Standard Descriptive Characteristics of Motions - PPTQ 7

How many standard characteristics are used to describe motions?

• 4

• 8

• 12

• 16

One standard descriptive characteristic deals with precedence. The main motion ranks the lowest, and this means that it:

• A. takes precedence over all other motions.

• B. can be debated in detail before being proposed.

• C. takes precedence over no other motions.

• D. has a higher precedence than subsidiary motions.

Which one of the following is a standard descriptive characteristic of a motion?

• A. Other motions which are applicable to the motion

• B. The number of times members may debate on the motion

• C. The duties of the secretary regarding the motion

• D. When the minority may speak

Which standard descriptive characteristic below is true?

• A. The main motion ranks the highest in precedence of all motions.

• B. A main motion may be proposed when another member has the floor.

• C. A main motion may not be debated.

• D. A main motion is amendable.

Which one of the following is not a standard descriptive characteristic of a motion?

• A. Whether the motion requires a second

• B. The vote required for the adoption of the motion

• C. Which members can debate the motion

• D. Whether the motion is amendable

The standard descriptive characteristic dealing with the vote on a motion indicates:

• A. what vote is required for adoption.

• B. when the president may vote.

• C. when debate is allowed before the voting takes place.

• D. the method of voting that must be taken.