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WorksheetsParliamentary Procedure Terms and Definitions
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 15mins
What is the definition of 'ABSENTEE VOTE.'?
A vote that is cast other than at the specified time or place. Rarely permitted under parliamentary procedure.
A vote that is always cast in person during the meeting.
A vote that is only counted if there is a tie.
A vote that is cast by the chairperson only.
What is the definition of 'ABSTAIN.'?
To publicly refrain from voting.
To cast two votes.
To vote in favor of a motion.
To count the votes twice.
What is the definition of 'ALTERNATE.'?
A member authorized to substitute for another member.
A document outlining meeting procedures.
A type of voting method used in assemblies.
A rule for determining quorum in meetings.
What is the definition of 'AMEND SOMETHING PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED.'?
A motion used to change an action previously taken or ordered.
A motion to postpone an action indefinitely.
A motion to introduce a new main motion.
A motion to adjourn the meeting immediately.
What is the definition of 'APPROVAL OF MINUTES.'?
Acceptance of the secretary’s record of a meeting either by unanimous (general) consent or a vote of the members.
The process of scheduling the next meeting date.
The act of distributing meeting agendas to all members.
The formal adjournment of a meeting.
What is the definition of 'BALLOT.'?
A piece of paper on which a member writes or marks a choice in an election or vote. A secret vote or method of voting.
A formal speech given before an election.
A list of candidates running for office.
A meeting held to discuss election results.
What is the definition of 'CALL OF THE MEETING.'?
The official notice of a special meeting given to all members of an assembly.
A summary of the meeting minutes distributed after the meeting.
The agenda items to be discussed during the meeting.
A record of attendance at the meeting.
What is the definition of 'CALLING A MEMBER TO ORDER.'?
An order from the presiding officer to a member to be seated because he/she is disorderly or has violated a rule related to decorum of debate.
A request for a member to propose a new motion.
A procedure to end a meeting immediately.
A method to assign committee roles to members.
What is the definition of 'CANDIDATE.'?
One who is selected as a contender for, or who seeks, an office.
A person who has already won an election.
A person who is not eligible for any office.
A person who is disqualified from voting.
What is the definition of 'CHAIRPERSON.'?
A title to refer to a presider who has no regular title or whose position may be temporary.
A person responsible for recording meeting minutes.
A member who always votes last in a meeting.
A person who manages the financial accounts of an organization.
What is the definition of 'CLASSES OF MOTIONS.'?
There are five classes of motions: Main motions (original and incidental), subsidiary motions, privileged motions, incidental motions, and motions that bring a question again before the assembly.
Classes of motions refer to the order in which members are called to speak during a debate.
Classes of motions are the different types of voting methods used in assemblies.
Classes of motions are the categories of reports presented at the end of a meeting.
What is the definition of 'COMMIT or Refer.'?
A motion used to refer a motion to a committee.
A motion to end the meeting immediately.
A motion to approve the minutes of the last meeting.
A motion to postpone the discussion indefinitely.
What is the definition of 'COMMITTEE.'?
One or more members appointed or elected to complete a specific task.
A document outlining meeting procedures.
A type of financial report.
A location where meetings are held.
What is the term for the following definition? 'These three motions allow the assembly to act as if it is in a committee and members are allowed to speak as often as they can get the floor.'
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE. CONSIDER INFORMALLY. QUASI COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE.
PREVIOUS QUESTION. LIMIT DEBATE. POSTPONE DEFINITELY.
REFER TO A COMMITTEE. AMEND. LAY ON THE TABLE.
RECESS. ADJOURN. POINT OF ORDER.
What is the term for the following definition? 'As distinguished from bylaws, the governing document of the parent organization which all subordinate organizations must follow.'
CONSTITUTION.
AMENDMENT.
RESOLUTION.
CHARTER.
What does 'CONVENTION' mean in parliamentary procedure?
An assembly of delegates usually chosen for one session.
A set of rules for debate.
A formal vote on a motion.
A committee report.
What is the term for the following definition? 'A document which shows that a person is authorized to be a delegate or representative.'
CREDENTIALS.
PERMISSION SLIP.
MEMORANDUM.
INVOICE.
What is the term for the following definition? 'An assignment of the authority of one person or group to another person or group.'
DELEGATION OF DUTY.
ASSUMPTION OF RISK.
BREACH OF CONTRACT.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST.
What does 'DISPOSE OF' mean in parliamentary procedure?
To remove a motion from consideration by voting to adopt, reject, postpone, refer, or to table it.
To introduce a new motion for discussion.
To adjourn the meeting immediately.
To call for a secret ballot on a motion.
What does 'ELECTION' mean in parliamentary procedure?
The selection of a person or persons by vote.
A meeting to discuss parliamentary rules.
A process of amending a motion.
The dissolution of a committee.
What is the definition of 'PARLIAMENTARY AUTHORITY.'?
The book adopted by an organization to provide the rules for the conducting of business and the rights of members not stated in the Constitution, Bylaws, Special Rules of Order, or Standing Rules.
A document outlining the financial obligations of an organization.
A set of guidelines for organizing social events within an organization.
The official record of all meetings held by an organization.
What is the term for 'A vote of one or more than the number received by any other candidate or issue in a group of three or more.'?
PLURALITY VOTE.
MAJORITY VOTE.
UNANIMOUS VOTE.
TIE VOTE.
What is the definition of 'POINT OF ORDER.'?
An incidental motion drawing attention to an infraction of parliamentary rules.
A motion to adjourn the meeting immediately.
A request to postpone the discussion to the next session.
A proposal to amend the main motion.
Fill in the blank: ______ is the priority. A listing of motions by a certain order; PRECEDENCE.
rank of motions
minutes of meeting
order of business
committee report
A committee created for a particular purpose that continues its existence until the work is completed and a final report is given. They are usually not listed in the bylaws.
SPECIAL (SELECT, OR AD HOC) COMMITTEE
STANDING COMMITTEE
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
NOMINATING COMMITTEE
__________: Motions postponed by two thirds vote to a special time into the category of special orders at the next meeting.
SPECIAL ORDER
GENERAL ORDER
PRIORITY MOTION
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A vote when no one dissents.
UNANIMOUS VOTE
MAJORITY VOTE
SECRET BALLOT
ABSTENTION
__________: Temporarily relinquishing the chair.
VACATING THE CHAIR
CALLING THE QUESTION
MAKING A MOTION
ADJOURNING THE MEETING
A member who proposes a motion can withdraw it only before the motion has been stated by the chair. The chair does not need permission from the member who seconded the motion. Other members can also ask the maker of the motion to withdraw it before it is stated by the chair. After being stated by the chair, the assembly must approve of a withdrawal by general consent or a majority vote after a second. If the person who makes the withdrawal request is the maker of the original motion, the request to withdraw requires a second. A member may interrupt a speaker to propose the motion to withdraw.
WITHDRAW A MOTION
LAY ON THE TABLE
POSTPONE INDEFINITELY
REFER TO A COMMITTEE
Yes vote that is used in roll call voting.
YEA VOTE
NAY VOTE
ABSTAIN
PRESENT
