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An ideal presiding officer is characterized by which of the following traits?
Fairness, impartiality, and strong leadership skills
Lack of communication and indecisiveness
Favoritism and bias
Disorganization and poor time management
The qualifications one should have to be on a chapter conducting team are:
Knowledge of parliamentary procedure and leadership skills.
Experience in sports and athletics.
Expertise in computer programming.
Proficiency in foreign languages.
The steps that must be completed to present a motion are:
A member makes a motion, another member seconds it, the chair states the motion, and the assembly debates and votes.
A member makes a motion, the chair immediately votes, and the assembly discusses later.
The chair makes a motion, the assembly seconds it, and then votes without debate.
A member makes a motion, the assembly votes, and then the chair states the motion.
WHAT IS THE PROPER TERMINOLOGY TO USE WHEN PUTTING THE QUESTION?
"Those supporting the motion that ...say aye. Those opposed say no." OR "Those in favor of the motion that ...raise your hand. Those opposed raise your hand."
"All in favor, please stand up. All against, please sit down."
"Whoever wants the motion, clap your hands. Whoever does not, remain silent."
"Supporters of the motion, please write your names. Opponents, please leave the room."
WHEN DOES A VOTE GO INTO EFFECT?
A vote goes into effect following the announcement of the results of the voting.
A vote goes into effect before the voting begins.
A vote goes into effect after the next meeting is scheduled.
A vote goes into effect only if everyone agrees.
WHAT ACTION SHOULD TAKE PLACE AFTER THE ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE RESULTS OF THE VOTE?
A tap of the gavel should follow the announcement of the results of the vote.
The meeting should be adjourned immediately.
A new vote should be conducted.
The minutes should be read aloud.
WHAT HAPPENS TO A MOTION IF THE VOTE RESULTS IN A TIE?
A tie vote means that a motion is lost, assuming the motion requires a majority vote.
The motion is automatically approved.
The chairperson decides the outcome.
The vote is postponed to the next meeting.
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF A MAIN MOTION?
The purpose of a main motion is to present an item of business for consideration and action by the chapter.
The purpose of a main motion is to record the minutes of the meeting.
The purpose of a main motion is to elect new officers for the chapter.
The purpose of a main motion is to adjourn the meeting immediately.
IS A MAIN MOTION DEBATABLE AND AMENDABLE?
A main motion is always debatable and amendable.
A main motion is never debatable or amendable.
A main motion is only debatable, not amendable.
A main motion is only amendable, not debatable.
DOES A MAIN MOTION REQUIRE A SECOND AND A MAJORITY VOTE?
A main motion requires a second and a majority vote.
A main motion does not require a second or a majority vote.
A main motion requires only a second, not a majority vote.
A main motion requires only a majority vote, not a second.
WHAT IS THE PROPER TERMINOLOGY TO USE IN STATING A MAIN MOTION?
I move ....
I propose ....
I suggest ....
I recommend ....
The purpose of the motion to lay on the table is:
to temporarily set aside a matter to attend to more urgent business
to permanently dispose of a matter without debate
to postpone consideration to a specific time
to end debate and bring the matter to a vote
The motion to lay on the table is debatable and amendable.
False
True
Only debatable
Only amendable
The motion to lay on the table requires a second.
True
False
Only if requested by the chair
Only in formal meetings
WHAT HAPPENS TO A PENDING AMENDMENT IF THE MAIN MOTION IS TABLED?
The pending amendment is also tabled.
The pending amendment is voted on immediately.
The pending amendment is withdrawn.
The pending amendment is ignored.
The purpose of the previous question is:
To determine the intent of the previous question.
To provide an answer to the previous question.
To ignore the previous question.
To repeat the previous question.
When the previous question is called for without qualifications, it applies to which question?
The immediately pending question
The first question on the agenda
Any question previously discussed
The last question of the previous session
The previous question is debatable and amendable.
Yes, it is both debatable and amendable.
No, it is neither debatable nor amendable.
It is only debatable, not amendable.
It is only amendable, not debatable.
WHAT VOTE IS NECESSARY TO CALL THE PREVIOUS QUESTION?
A two-thirds vote
A majority vote
A unanimous vote
A three-fourths vote
A vote on the previous question may be reconsidered:
only before any further business has been transacted.
at any time during the session.
only with unanimous consent.
after the main motion has been adopted.
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF REFERRING A MOTION TO A COMMITTEE?
The purpose of referring a motion to a committee is to place the question temporarily in a committee.
To immediately pass the motion without discussion.
To permanently reject the motion.
To allow the chairperson to decide the outcome of the motion.
IS THE MOTION TO REFER TO A COMMITTEE DEBATABLE AND AMENDABLE?
The motion to refer is debatable and amendable.
The motion to refer is not debatable but is amendable.
The motion to refer is debatable but not amendable.
The motion to refer is neither debatable nor amendable.
DOES THE MOTION TO REFER TO A COMMITTEE REQUIRE A SECOND?
The motion to refer requires a second.
The motion to refer does not require a second.
The motion to refer requires a unanimous vote.
The motion to refer can be made without a second.
WHEN A MOTION IS REFERRED TO A COMMITTEE, WHAT HAPPENS TO AMENDMENTS THAT ARE PENDING TO THE MAIN MOTION?
When a motion is referred to a committee, amendments that are pending to the main motion are also referred.
Pending amendments are automatically adopted.
Pending amendments are discarded and not considered further.
Pending amendments are postponed indefinitely.
WHAT IS THE CORRECT TERMINOLOGY TO USE WHEN REFERRING A MOTION TO A COMMITTEE?
"I move that we refer the motion that ... to a committee." OR "to a committee consisting of..." OR "to the standing committee on..."
"I suggest we table the motion for later discussion." OR "to the ad hoc group on..."
"I propose we postpone the motion indefinitely." OR "to the executive board for review."
"I recommend we delegate the motion to the chairperson." OR "to the advisory panel for input."
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF AN AMENDMENT?
The purpose of an amendment is to modify the motion that is under consideration.
The purpose of an amendment is to end the meeting immediately.
The purpose of an amendment is to elect a new chairperson.
The purpose of an amendment is to approve the minutes of the previous meeting.
An amendment may be offered to a motion:
After the motion has been stated by the chair but before it is voted on.
After the motion has been voted on.
Before the motion is made.
Only if the chair allows it.
A motion may be amended in which of the following ways?
By inserting, striking out, or substituting words or phrases
By ignoring the original motion entirely
By voting without discussion
By postponing the motion indefinitely
The proper terminology to use in stating an amendment is:
I move to amend...
I propose a change...
Let us modify...
I suggest an edit...
The motion to amend is:
Debatable and amendable
Not debatable but amendable
Debatable but not amendable
Neither debatable nor amendable
An amendment requires a second and a vote.
Yes, it requires both a second and a vote.
No, it does not require a second or a vote.
It only requires a vote, not a second.
It only requires a second, not a vote.
The purpose of rising to a point of order is:
to call attention to a breach of rules
to make a motion
to end the meeting
to nominate a candidate
A point of order requires a second.
True
False
Only if requested by the chair
Only during a debate
A point of order is debatable and amendable.
No, it is neither debatable nor amendable.
Yes, it is both debatable and amendable.
It is only debatable, not amendable.
It is only amendable, not debatable.
IS IT PROPER FOR THE PRESIDENT TO CALL A MEMBER OUT OF ORDER?
The president is duty bound to enforce correct rules of procedure and should call members out of order when they are in error.
No, the president should never call a member out of order under any circumstances.
Only if the member requests to be called out of order.
It is the responsibility of other members, not the president, to call someone out of order.
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF AN APPEAL?
The purpose of an appeal is to obtain a decision from the chapter to a question on which the presiding officer has made a decision.
The purpose of an appeal is to postpone the meeting to a later date.
The purpose of an appeal is to introduce a new motion for discussion.
The purpose of an appeal is to adjourn the meeting immediately.
DOES AN APPEAL REQUIRE MEMBERS TO GAIN RECOGNITION BEFORE SPEAKING?
An appeal does not require recognition before speaking.
Yes, members must always gain recognition before speaking on an appeal.
Only the chair needs recognition before speaking on an appeal.
Recognition is required only if the appeal is debatable.
WHAT HAPPENS IF THE VOTE ON AN APPEAL RESULTS IN A TIE?
If the vote on an appeal results in a tie, the chair is sustained.
The appeal is automatically granted.
The vote is retaken until a majority is reached.
The decision is postponed to the next meeting.
DOES AN APPEAL REQUIRE A SECOND?
An appeal requires a second.
An appeal does not require a second.
An appeal always requires a unanimous vote.
An appeal can only be made by the chairperson.
WHAT VOTE IS REQUIRED TO PASS AN APPEAL?
A majority vote or tie vote is required to sustain the chair.
A two-thirds vote is required to sustain the chair.
A unanimous vote is required to sustain the chair.
A plurality vote is required to sustain the chair.
IS AN APPEAL DEBATABLE AND AMENDABLE?
An appeal is debatable except in cases where it relates to indecorum (improper conduct), priority of business, or deviation from the rules of speaking. An appeal is unamendable.
An appeal is always debatable and amendable.
An appeal is never debatable but always amendable.
An appeal is debatable only when it relates to financial matters and is always amendable.
WHAT IS THE CORRECT TERMINOLOGY TO USE WHEN APPEALING FROM THE DECISION OF THE CHAIR?
Mr./Madam President, I appeal from the decision of the chair.
Mr./Madam President, I object to the chair's ruling.
Mr./Madam President, I move to reconsider the chair's decision.
Mr./Madam President, I request a point of order.
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF SUSPENDING THE STANDING RULES?
The purpose of suspending the standing rules is to permit the chapter to do something that cannot be done without violating its standing rules.
To permanently change the bylaws of the organization.
To dissolve the chapter entirely.
To elect new officers without a vote.
The vote required to suspend the rules is:
A two-thirds vote
A majority vote
A unanimous vote
A three-fourths vote
The motion to suspend is debatable and amendable.
No, it is neither debatable nor amendable.
Yes, it is both debatable and amendable.
It is only debatable, not amendable.
It is only amendable, not debatable.
A rule may be suspended by unanimous (general) consent. Is this statement true or false?
True
False
Only with a majority vote
Only with the chair's approval
The purpose of calling for a division of the assembly is to:
verify the accuracy of a voice vote
end the meeting immediately
allow members to speak freely
postpone the decision to another day
One must request a division when:
there is a need to separate or allocate resources or responsibilities
all tasks are completed
no further action is required
everyone agrees on the outcome
A division must receive a second.
True
False
Sometimes
Never
A division is debatable and amendable.
No, a division is neither debatable nor amendable.
Yes, a division is both debatable and amendable.
A division is only debatable, not amendable.
A division is only amendable, not debatable.
A division may be reconsidered.
Yes, a division may be reconsidered.
No, a division may never be reconsidered.
A division can only be reconsidered with unanimous consent.
A division may only be reconsidered after a new session.
The purpose of a nomination is:
to appoint someone to receive benefits or rights after the nominator's death
to elect a person to a public office
to recommend someone for a job interview
to assign someone to a team project
HOW MAY NOMINATIONS BE MADE?
Nominations may be made by a committee or from the floor by a member.
Nominations may only be made by the chairperson.
Nominations may be made only in writing.
Nominations may be made only after the meeting is adjourned.
EXPLAIN HOW NOMINATIONS MAY BE CLOSED AND REOPENED.
Nominations may be closed by a two-thirds vote on the motion to close nominations. Nominations may be reopened by a majority vote on the motion to reopen nominations.
Nominations may be closed by a majority vote and reopened by unanimous consent only.
Nominations may be closed and reopened only by the chairperson's decision.
Nominations may be closed by a simple voice vote and reopened by a two-thirds vote.
DOES A NOMINATION REQUIRE A SECOND?
A nomination does not require a second.
A nomination always requires a second.
A nomination requires a third party approval.
A nomination can only be made by the chairperson.
IN WHAT ORDER ARE CANDIDATES VOTED UPON FOLLOWING THEIR NOMINATION?
Candidates are voted upon in the order in which they were nominated.
Candidates are voted upon in alphabetical order.
Candidates are voted upon in reverse order of nomination.
Candidates are voted upon based on their age.
MAY THE VOTE ON A MOTION TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS BE RECONSIDERED?
The vote on a motion to close nominations cannot be reconsidered.
Yes, it can be reconsidered at any time.
It can only be reconsidered with unanimous consent.
It may be reconsidered after a new motion is introduced.
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF MAKING A PARLIAMENTARY INQUIRY?
The purpose of making a parliamentary inquiry is to permit a member to gain parliamentary information.
The purpose of making a parliamentary inquiry is to delay the proceedings.
The purpose of making a parliamentary inquiry is to challenge the authority of the chair.
The purpose of making a parliamentary inquiry is to propose a new motion.
IS A SECOND REQUIRED TO A PARLIAMENTARY INQUIRY, AND WHAT TYPE OF VOTE IS REQUIRED?
A parliamentary inquiry does not require a second; a vote is not required.
A parliamentary inquiry requires a second; a majority vote is required.
A parliamentary inquiry does not require a second; a two-thirds vote is required.
A parliamentary inquiry requires a second; a vote is not required.
IS A PARLIAMENTARY INQUIRY DEBATABLE AND AMENDABLE?
A parliamentary inquiry is undebatable and unamendable.
A parliamentary inquiry is debatable and amendable.
A parliamentary inquiry is debatable but unamendable.
A parliamentary inquiry is undebatable but amendable.
MUST ONE RECEIVE RECOGNITION TO MAKE A PARLIAMENTARY INQUIRY?
Recognition is not necessary to make a parliamentary inquiry.
Yes, recognition is always required.
Only if the chair allows it.
Recognition is required only during debates.
A parliamentary inquiry can interrupt a speaker.
True
False
Only with permission
Only during voting
The purpose of the motion “Withdraw or Modify a Motion” is:
to allow a member to remove or change a previously made motion
to postpone the discussion of a motion
to end the meeting immediately
to refer the motion to a committee
If the proposer of a motion modifies it in any way, the seconder may withdraw his/her second.
Yes, the seconder may withdraw his/her second.
No, the seconder cannot withdraw his/her second.
Only with the chairperson's permission.
Only if the proposer agrees.
The motion to withdraw or modify a motion is debatable and amendable.
Yes, it is both debatable and amendable.
No, it is neither debatable nor amendable.
It is only debatable, not amendable.
It is only amendable, not debatable.
The vote necessary to permit one to withdraw a motion is:
A majority vote
A two-thirds vote
A unanimous vote
No vote is required
A motion may be withdrawn after voting has commenced.
No, a motion may not be withdrawn after voting has commenced.
Yes, a motion may be withdrawn at any time.
Only if the majority agrees.
Only with the chairperson's permission.
The purpose of the motion to adjourn is:
to end a meeting
to start a debate
to postpone a decision
to introduce new business
A motion to adjourn may be offered:
at any time when no other business is pending.
only at the end of a meeting.
only with the chair's permission.
only after a vote has been taken.
The motion to adjourn is debatable and amendable.
No, it is neither debatable nor amendable.
Yes, it is both debatable and amendable.
It is only debatable, not amendable.
It is only amendable, not debatable.
In a chapter meeting, if the motion to adjourn carries, the meeting is _________.
not dismissed immediately
dismissed immediately
postponed to the next day
continued with new business
What is the purpose of the motion to take from the table? Fill in the blank: The purpose of the motion to take from the table is to _________?
again bring the question before the chapter for further consideration
postpone the question indefinitely
refer the question to a committee
amend the main motion
When may the motion to take from the table be offered? Fill in the blank: A motion can be taken from the table if _________
some business has been transacted since it was tabled
no other motions are pending
the previous question has been called
the chairperson allows it at any time
Is the motion to take from the table debatable and amendable? Fill in the blank: The motion to take from the table is ________ and ________.
undebatable and unamendable
debatable and amendable
undebatable and amendable
debatable and unamendable
Does the motion to take from the table require a second? Fill in the blank: The motion to take from the table ________ a second.
requires
does not require
sometimes requires
never requires
What is the purpose of the motion to reconsider? Fill in the blank: The purpose of the motion to reconsider is to _________.
permit the reconsidering of a vote previously taken on a motion and to again reconsider the question
allow the introduction of new motions without prior notice
finalize the decision made on a motion permanently
postpone the discussion of a motion indefinitely
Which members are eligible to offer the motion to reconsider? Fill in the blank: The motion to reconsider must be made by _________?
a member who voted on the prevailing side, unless the vote was by ballot
any member present at the meeting
the chairperson only
a member who did not vote on the motion
Is the motion to reconsider debatable and amendable? Fill in the blank: The motion to reconsider is ________ if the question to be reconsidered is debatable, and it is ________.
debatable; unamendable
undebatable; amendable
amendable; debatable
unamendable; debatable
DOES THE MOTION TO RECONSIDER REQUIRE A SECOND AND A MAJORITY VOTE? Fill in the blank: The motion to reconsider requires a ______ and a ______ vote.
second; majority
motion; two-thirds
debate; unanimous
discussion; plurality
WHAT IS THE CORRECT TERMINOLOGY TO USE IN ASKING THAT A MOTION BE RECONSIDERED?
I move to reconsider the vote on the motion that ______. I voted on the prevailing side.
I propose to review the previous motion for further discussion.
I request a re-evaluation of the motion that was passed.
I suggest we revisit the motion that was decided.
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF THE MOTION TO RESCIND? Fill in the blank: The purpose of the motion to rescind is to ______ action taken by the chapter.
cancel
approve
delay
support
WHAT VOTE IS REQUIRED TO RESCIND AN ITEM OF BUSINESS? Fill in the blank: A ______ vote is required to rescind an item of business if previous notice of the proposed action was given; otherwise, a ______ vote is required.
majority; two-thirds
unanimous; majority
plurality; unanimous
two-thirds; majority
UNDER WHAT CONDITION IS IT NOT PERMISSIBLE TO RESCIND AN ITEM OF BUSINESS? Fill in the blank: It is not permissible to rescind action that ______ be reversed.
cannot
should
might
will
WHAT IS THE PROPER PROCEDURE FOR ADOPTING AN ORDER OF BUSINESS? Fill in the blank: The proper procedure for adopting an order of business is to present a ______ motion to adopt a certain order of business.
main
secondary
privileged
incidental
WHAT VOTE IS REQUIRED TO ADOPT AN ORDER OF BUSINESS? Fill in the blank: A ______ vote is required to adopt an order of business when the question is put to the chapter.
majority
two-thirds
unanimous
plurality
WHAT IS THE PROPER PROCEDURE FOR CONSIDERING AN ORDER OF BUSINESS OUT OF ORDER AFTER AN ORDER OF BUSINESS HAS BEEN ADOPTED? Fill in the two methods: a. ________ b. ________
a. Suspend the rules with a two-thirds vote. b. Lay on the table each item of business until the desired item of business is reached.
a. Call for a point of order. b. Move to adjourn the meeting.
a. Refer the matter to a committee. b. Postpone the order of business indefinitely.
a. Appeal the decision of the chair. b. Move the previous question.
WHAT ARE THE TWO TYPES OF COMMITTEES MOST FREQUENTLY USED IN FFA CHAPTERS? Fill in the two types: ________ and ________
Standing committees and special committees
Executive committees and advisory committees
Finance committees and planning committees
Membership committees and event committees
WHO MAY CALL COMMITTEE MEETINGS?
Committee meetings may be called by the chairperson of the committee or by any two of its members.
Only the chairperson of the committee may call meetings.
Any member of the committee may call meetings individually.
Committee meetings may only be called by the secretary of the committee.
WHEN A SPECIAL COMMITTEE FILES ITS FINAL REPORT, SHOULD A MOTION TO DISCHARGE THE COMMITTEE BE BROUGHT BEFORE THE ASSEMBLY?
A motion to discharge the committee is not required.
Yes, a motion to discharge is always necessary.
Only if the assembly requests it.
A motion to discharge is required before the report is accepted.
HOW DO PARLIAMENTARY RULES DIFFER IN SMALL COMMITTEE MEETINGS FROM THOSE IN REGULAR CHAPTER MEETINGS? Fill in the three ways: a. ________ b. ________ c. ________
a. It is not necessary for one to rise and address the chair prior to presenting a motion or speaking. b. The chairperson does not rise to put the question or leave the chair to speak or present motions. c. It is not necessary for one to second motions.
a. All motions must be written. b. The chairperson must always stand to speak. c. Every motion requires a unanimous vote.
a. Only the president can make motions. b. Members must address each other directly. c. Secret ballots are mandatory for all votes.
a. Debate is not allowed. b. Only one motion can be considered per meeting. c. The chairperson cannot vote.
WHEN A COMMITTEE REPORT CONTAINS RECOMMENDATIONS, WHAT DISPOSITION SHOULD BE MADE OF THE REPORT?
A motion to accept the report should be offered. If the motion passes, the chapter assumes responsibility for the report.
The report should be filed without any further action.
The recommendations should be ignored and the report archived.
The committee should be disbanded immediately after submitting the report.
IS A MOTION TO ADOPT A REPORT NECESSARY WHEN A COMMITTEE REPORT CONTAINS INFORMATION ONLY?
It is not necessary to offer a motion to adopt the report.
Yes, a motion is always required to adopt any report.
A motion is only necessary if the report contains recommendations.
A motion is required if the committee requests it.
AFTER A COMMITTEE REPORT HAS BEEN GIVEN, SHOULD A COPY OF THE REPORT BE FILED? IF SO, WITH WHOM?
A copy should be filed with the secretary.
A copy should be filed with the treasurer.
A copy should be filed with the president.
A copy should be filed with the committee chair.
IS THE TREASURER'S REPORT ACTED UPON BY THE CHAPTER? IF SO, WHY?
No, it is for information only and will be checked by an audit committee.
Yes, it is approved by a majority vote of the members.
Yes, it is discussed and amended by the chapter.
Yes, it is automatically accepted without review.
AFTER A TREASURER'S REPORT HAS BEEN GIVEN, SHOULD A COPY OF THE REPORT BE FILED? IF SO, WITH WHOM?
Copies should be filed with the auditing committee and with the secretary.
Copies should be filed only with the president.
Copies should be filed with all members of the organization.
Copies should not be filed at all.
WHAT MAJOR ITEMS SHOULD BE CONTAINED IN A TREASURER'S REPORT?
Date of report, Balance on hand at date of last report, Receipts since last report, Disbursements since last report, Present balance, Signature of the Treasurer
List of all organization members, Minutes of last meeting, Upcoming events, Treasurer's favorite color
Names of donors, List of pending projects, Weather report, Treasurer's vacation plans
Inventory of office supplies, Staff attendance, List of committee chairs, Treasurer's personal notes
Which of the following is a major item that should be contained in a treasurer's report?
Date of report
Name of the president
Minutes of the meeting
List of members
Which of the following is a major item that should be contained in a treasurer's report?
Balance on hand at date of last report
Agenda for next meeting
Committee assignments
Roll call
Which of the following is a major item that should be contained in a treasurer's report?
Receipts since last report
List of guests
Old business
Announcements
Which of the following is a major item that should be contained in a treasurer's report?
Disbursements since last report
New business
Election results
Committee reports
