Model UN Chairperson

What should chairs never do?

• Start the session in a strict way

• Remain approachable

• Contradict each other

• Give full explanations

How to silence noisy delegates?

• Guys, please, keep silence!

• Delegates, remain calm!

• This house does not tolerate such noise and disrespect!

• No cross talking during the session!

What should chairs start the session with?

• General Speakers' List

• Rules of procedure

• Roll Call

• Moderated caucus

What point raised by another delegate may interrupt the speaker?

• Point of information

• Point of order

• Point of parliamentary inquiry regarding rules of procedures

• Point of personal privilege regarding audibility

What phrase would chairs use to indicate that raising points and motions is in order?

• Chairs are listening to your proposals!

• You may raise your placards and speak up if you wish!

• The floor is open now!

• Motions, please!

When do chairs allow a motion to pass?

• When absolutely everyone is in favor

• When half of the room is in favor

• When more than half is in favor

• When at least one person is in favor

What should chairs do during the unmoderated caucus?

• Give advice

• Prepare for the next moderated caucus

• Leave the room

• Check delegates' position papers

When would chairs allow an amendment to pass without voting?

• When they deem it correct

• Amendments pass without voting procedure

• When all sponsors agree with the amendment

• Amendments always undergo the voting procedure

What should be taken into account when giving delegate a nomination?

• Active participation in debates

• Quality of motions and speech

• Contribution to the Resolution

• All above

How to create a friendly atmosphere in the room?