Parliamentary Procedure Quiz

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Parliamentary Procedure Quiz

Test your knowledge of parliamentary procedure with this engaging quiz designed for chapter members. Whether you're a seasoned officer or a new member, this quiz will help you understand the basics and nuances of conducting meetings effectively.

Learn key roles and responsibilities
Understand the structure of chapter meetings
Improve your confidence in parliamentary procedures

16 Questions4 MinutesCreated by EngagingChair72

When a general member is recognized to speak, who does she address?

The chapter

The chair

The officer who can best answer the inquiry

No one specific

What phrase is said when a member is ready to vote on a topic being discussed?

"I call for the question."

"I move to vote."

"I move to end discussion."

"Is everyone okay with skipping the rest of discussion and voting?"

Who decides whether to vote via voice, hands, or ballot? (hint- the person who says it)

The chapter

The chair

The officer who brought up the vote

No one specific

True/False: We are supposed to read the previous chapter minutes at the start of every chapter meeting.

True

False

What announcement does the treasurer NOT give at the opening of chapter?

Accounts pending: checks that have yet to go through

Notice of office hours: times she has set aside to discuss AOΠ financial matters

Accounts payable: bills, or money owed

Members without voice or vote: because of past due accounts

Which of the following statements is TRUE about New Business?

If you cannot attend an event, you should still vote for it if you like the idea.

Nothing is discussed unless a motion is made by one person and seconded by another.

New Business consists of making motions and usually voting.

Who is allowed to "call for the question"?

The chair

Chapter Advisor

Any chapter member

The officer/member who made the motion

What is a "point of information"?

If a chapter member feels the need to interject when someone is discussing a motion, this gives her the freedom to do so.

If a chapter member needs to go to the bathroom or step outside, she may raise her hand and do so.

If a chapter member wants to end discussion, she may raise her hand and ask for the point of information.

If a chapter member does not understand a motion, she can ask a clarifying question.

If a chapter member is feeling sick or has to immediately use the bathroom, she may say:

"Point of emergency"

"Point of personal priveledge"

"Point of clarification"

"Point of peronsal hygiene"

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