Understanding Main Motions in Meetings

What is a Main Motion in Robert's Rules of Order?

• A motion to end a meeting

• A proposal to bring business before the assembly

• A motion to amend another motion

• A motion to postpone a decision

Which of the following is the first step to introduce a Main Motion?

• Debate the motion

• Vote on the motion

• Obtain the floor

• Amend the motion

What is the purpose of debating a motion?

• To immediately vote on the motion

• To discuss the merits and drawbacks of the motion

• To amend the motion

• To postpone the motion

Which of the following is a rule for debating a motion?

• Only the chairperson can debate

• Debate is not allowed

• Members must be recognized by the chair before speaking

• Debate can only occur after voting

What is the typical voting procedure for a Main Motion?

• Secret ballot

• Voice vote

• Roll call vote

• Unanimous consent

How can a Main Motion be amended?

• By adding, striking out, or substituting words

• By voting against it

• By ignoring it

• By tabling it

Which of the following is a type of Main Motion?

• Incidental motion

• Privileged motion

• Subsidiary motion

• Original main motion

What does "previous notice" mean in the context of Robert's Rules?

• A notice given after a meeting

• A notice given before a meeting to inform members of a motion

• A notice to cancel a meeting

• A notice to adjourn a meeting

What does it mean to "ratify" a decision in a meeting?

• To reject a decision

• To confirm and approve a decision made

• To postpone a decision

• To debate a decision

Which of the following is a step in introducing a Main Motion?

• Second the motion

• Debate the motion

• Amend the motion

• Vote on the motion