Parli-Pro Terms - A-C

What is the term for the following definition: 'A vote that is cast other than at the specified time or place. Rarely permitted under parliamentary procedure.'

• ABSENTEE VOTE.

• PROXY VOTE.

• ROLL CALL VOTE.

• VOICE VOTE.

What does it mean to 'abstain' in parliamentary procedure?

• To publicly refrain from voting.

• To propose a new motion.

• To end the meeting.

• To second a motion.

What is the correct term for 'Using the correct title when seeking recognition from the person who is presiding.'?

• ADDRESSING THE CHAIR.

• CALLING THE ROLL.

• MAKING A MOTION.

• SECONDING THE MOTION.

What does 'adjourn' mean in the context of a meeting?

• A privileged motion to officially close a meeting.

• A motion to start a new topic of discussion.

• A request to take a short break.

• A proposal to change the meeting location.

What is meant by 'adjourned the meeting'?

• A meeting which is a continuation of a preceding meeting. A 'continued meeting'.

• A meeting that is held online only.

• A meeting that is always held in the morning.

• A meeting where no decisions are made.

What does 'adjourn sine die' mean?

• Meetings may adjourn 'sine die,' which means that no date is set for a future meeting. Often used to close conventions.

• Meetings are postponed for exactly one week.

• Meetings are adjourned to the next day.

• Meetings are adjourned until a quorum is present.

What does it mean to 'adopt' a motion?

• Pass, accept, or agree to by a vote.

• Reject or dismiss by a vote.

• Postpone the decision indefinitely.

• Refer the motion to a committee.

What is an 'affirmative vote'?

• The 'yes' vote supporting a stated motion. It is always taken before the negative vote.

• A vote that is always cast in secret.

• A vote that opposes the stated motion.

• A vote that is only counted if there is a tie.

What is an 'agenda' in a meeting?

• The sequence of items for a meeting based on the organization's Order of Business.

• A list of attendees for the meeting.

• The minutes recorded during the meeting.

• A summary of the previous meeting's outcomes.

Who is an 'alternate' in a meeting context?

• A member authorized to substitute for another member.

• A person who records the minutes of the meeting.

• A guest invited to observe the meeting.

• A member who chairs the meeting.