RECAP

A delegate motions for an unmoderated caucus to have a 'structured informal debate' on a specific sub-topic. Is this the correct use of the motion?

• Yes, this is the correct use of an unmoderated caucus.

• No, this is an incorrect use, as that is the purpose of a moderated caucus.

What is the primary objective of the 'Country's Stance' section in a Position Paper?

• • To list specific domestic and international actions a country has taken.

• • To demonstrate a thorough understanding of the topic's history and relevant treaties.

• • To provide a detailed explanation of a country's official policy and its ideological underpinnings.

• • To offer concrete and actionable solutions for the council to adopt.

The study guide lists three things you can do when you yield. Which of the following is NOT a valid yield option?

• • Yield to the Chair.

• • Yield to a point of information.

• • Yield to another delegate.

• • Yield to questions.

A moderated caucus must include a specific sub-topic, total time, a speaker list, and a set speaking time per delegate.

• True

• False

An unmoderated caucus is a great time for which of the following activities?

• • Giving a formal speech from the speaker's list.

• • Having a structured discussion on a specific sub-topic.

• • Lobbying, alliance building, and drafting resolutions.

• • Voting on a motion to close debate.

Which of the following is NOT one of the four core sections of a Position Paper?

• • Background of the Issue

• Chair's Biography

• • Proposed Solutions

• • Country's Stance

The Position Paper is important because it informs the Chair and other delegates of your country's stance, and also serves as your "MUN script".

• True

• False

When writing the "Background of the Issue" section of your position paper, you should include historical context, the current situation, and relevant international laws or treaties.

• • True

• False

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a good Position Paper?

• • It uses data, facts, and treaties.

• • Its solutions match the country's past actions.

• • It reflects a real national policy.

• • It is written in informal language with slang.

What is the primary purpose of a Position Paper?

• • To tell the Chair how to vote on a resolution.

• • To outline your assigned country's official policy on a committee topic.

• To propose a new committee for the UN.

• • To criticize the policies of other countries.