Model UN Resolution Writing Concepts

This video tutorial by Ryan Villanueva introduces the basics of writing a UN resolution for Model United Nations. It covers the structure of a resolution, including the header, preamble, and operatives. The tutorial provides step-by-step guidance on crafting preambulatory and operative clauses, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in Model UN. The video aims to equip viewers with the skills needed to write and pass resolutions at Model UN conferences.

What is the primary goal of participating in a Model UN conference?

• To learn different languages

• To meet government officials

• To write and pass resolutions

• To travel around the world

Which part of a resolution includes the name of the committee and the sponsors?

• Preamble

• Operative clauses

• Conclusion

• Header

What is the role of signatories in a resolution?

• They oppose the resolution

• They provide financial support

• They are the main authors

• They agree to present and debate the resolution

What is the purpose of the preamble in a resolution?

• To introduce the delegates

• To summarize the resolution

• To identify problems and previous actions

• To list the solutions

Which phrase is commonly used to start a preambulatory clause?

• Recommends

• Acknowledges

• Requests

• Concerned

What is the first step in writing a preambulatory clause?

• End with a comma

• Attach a preambulatory phrase

• Write the problem in plain English

• Underline the phrase

What should be done to the operative phrase in a resolution?

• It should be highlighted

• It should be italicized

• It should be bolded

• It should be underlined

How should the last operative clause in a resolution end?

• With an exclamation mark

• With a period

• With a semicolon

• With a comma

What is the relationship between preambulatory and operative clauses?

• Both list solutions

• Preambulatory clauses list solutions, operative clauses list problems

• Preambulatory clauses list problems, operative clauses list solutions

• Both list problems

What is the final step when reviewing a completed resolution?

• Ensure it reads as one long sentence

• Add more clauses

• Remove unnecessary phrases

• Check for spelling errors