Parliamentary Procedure Diagnostic

What is the purpose of parliamentary procedure?

• To confuse participants with complex rules.

• To encourage arguments and disagreements.

• To ensure meetings run smoothly and efficiently.

• To provide entertainment during meetings.

Name one key principle of parliamentary procedure.

• Maintain order and ensure fair participation

• Ignore time limits

• Allow personal attacks

• Encourage interruptions

What is the role of the chairperson in a parliamentary meeting?

• To preside over the meeting and ensure it runs smoothly.

• To lead the discussion and make decisions

• To provide snacks and refreshments

• To take notes and record meeting minutes

What is a quorum in parliamentary procedure?

• Minimum number of members required to conduct official business.

• Number of members present at a meeting.

• Number of votes needed to pass a motion.

• Maximum number of members allowed to attend a meeting.

Explain the difference between a motion and an amendment.

• A motion is a movie genre, while an amendment is a book genre.

• A motion is a type of dance, while an amendment is a type of music.

• A motion is a physical movement, while an amendment is a legal document.

• A motion is a proposal made by a member in a meeting, while an amendment is a modification or addition to a motion that is being considered.

What is the proper way to address the chairperson during a meeting?

• Address the chairperson by their title followed by their last name, such as 'Chairperson Smith' or 'Mr. Chairperson'.

• Refer to the chairperson by their first name only

• Avoid addressing the chairperson directly

• Use a casual nickname when addressing the chairperson

What is the purpose of minutes in parliamentary procedure?

• Minutes in parliamentary procedure serve as an official record of the proceedings, decisions, and actions taken during a meeting.

• Minutes in parliamentary procedure are used to record weather conditions during the meeting.

• Minutes in parliamentary procedure are used for taking attendance only.

• Minutes in parliamentary procedure are meant to summarize personal opinions.

What is the significance of following the agenda in a parliamentary meeting?

• It restricts the flow of discussion

• It helps in organizing the meeting, managing time effectively, and ensuring all topics are discussed.

• It limits the flexibility of addressing urgent matters

• It leads to unnecessary delays in the meeting

Describe the process of voting in parliamentary procedure.

• Voting in parliamentary procedure requires participants to perform a dance routine to indicate their choice.

• The process of voting in parliamentary procedure involves presenting the motion, discussing it, calling for a vote, and announcing the result based on the majority decision.

• The process of voting in parliamentary procedure involves singing a song before making a decision.

• In parliamentary procedure, voting is done by throwing darts at a board to select the winning option.

How can a member raise a point of order during a meeting?

• Send a text message to the chair saying 'Point of order'

• Raise a point of order after the meeting has adjourned

• Wait for a break, stand, address the chair, say 'Point of order', state the rule or procedure being violated

• Interrupt the speaker, shout 'Point of order', and state the rule