Ag Mech I - Unit 1 Review

Alex believes that Jessica is discussing a motion that is not debatable. To correct this mistake, Alex should:

• call for a division.

• move to adjourn.

• move to amend.

• rise to a point of order.

Which principle of parliamentary law helps ensure that popular ideas are adopted by the group?

• Courtesy is extended to all.

• Only one item is considered at a time.

• Rights of the minority are protected.

• The majority rules on all motions.

The major advantage of using parliamentary procedure in a business meeting is that:

• a small minority can control the meeting.

• business is conducted fairly and quickly.

• students learn how the courts work.

• teachers have more control over meetings.

Which procedure guarantees that more than one member wants an item of business brought before the group?

• adjourn the meeting

• division of the assembly

• second the motion

• take from the table

If the chairperson wants to make a motion or discuss a motion, he/she should:

• be the last speaker.

• first take a vote.

• let the vice president preside.

• speak before other members are recognized.

Which activity gives students the most opportunities to learn the importance of teamwork?

• developing skills in parliamentary procedure

• memorizing and reciting a creed

• preparing and presenting a speech

• speaking extemporaneously in public

In a business meeting, the chairperson displays the symbol of authority by using the:

• gavel.

• official jacket.

• treasurer’s report.

• U.S. flag.

A list of items to be addressed at a business meeting is the:

• agenda.

• committee reports.

• minutes.

• treasurer’s report.

During a chapter discussion of a motion to sell fruit, it became apparent that a small group could better make the decision. How can members appoint a group to act for the chapter?

• by calling for a division of assembly

• by rising to a point of order

• by moving to refer to a committee

• by taking the motion to sell fruit from the table

Silas moved to make and sell trailers for $400.00 as an FFA fundraiser, but during discussion it became clear further investigation was needed. Hannah places the motion into the hands of a small group for further study by moving to:

• amend the motion.

• refer the motion to a committee.

• call for a division of the house.

• adjourn the meeting.