COMPREHENSIVE STUDY GUIDE 2026 FULL QUESTIONS
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● To introduce a new piece of business or propose a decision or action, a motion must
be made by a group member ("I move that......") A second motion must then also be
made (raise your hand and say, "I second it.") After limited discussion the group then
votes on the motion.. Answer: Explain the proper way to make a motion (I move to . . .).
● A motion which brings before the assembly some new subject upon which action of
the assembly is desired.. Answer: Main Motion
● A motion that is used to change, delay, or dispose of another motion. Answer:
Subsidiary Motion
● A privileged motion is a parliamentary motion that is so important or urgent that it
takes precedence over other motions and is considered immediately.. Answer:
Privileged Motion
● Incidental motions include questions arising incidentally in the consideration of
other questions and decided before disposition of the one to which they are incident..
Answer: Incidental Motion
● A motion used to affect actions that were previously taken, such as amending,
ratifying, reconsidering, or rescinding an action. Answer: Restorative Motion
● Most meetings follow Robert's Rules of Order to structure discussions, manage
motions, and ensure fair voting and participation.. Answer: Explain how most meetings
follow some form of Robert's Rules of Order.
● Keeping a meeting organized, civil, and efficient. Answer: Describe the purpose of basic
parliamentary procedures
● Raise your hand and stand for the chair to recognize you.. Answer: Describe proper
protocol for making a motion at a meeting
● In parliamentary procedure, discussion happens after a motion is made and
seconded, with the chair opening the floor for members to debate the motion before a
, decision is made.. Answer: Explain how discussion follows a motion.
● A vote on a motion in parliamentary procedure is taken after it is proposed,
seconded, discussed, and debated, with voting methods like voice vote, division, roll
call, or ballot, and the chair announces the results.. Answer: Explain when and how a vote
is taken on a motion
● Robert's Rules of Order is a set of guidelines for running meetings smoothly, helping
manage discussions, decisions, and voting in an orderly way.. Answer: Define what
Robert's Rules of Order is.
● Robert's Rules of Order helps a group make decisions efficiently by providing clear
steps for making motions, discussing, and voting, keeping everything organized and
fair.. Answer: Explain how Robert's Rules of Order allows a deliberative assembly to make its
decisions efficiently.
● Call to Order: Start the meeting. Approve Minutes: Review and approve the previous
meeting's notes. Reports: Hear reports from committees or officers. Unfinished
Business: Address any old business. New Business: Introduce and discuss new ideas
or motions. Motions: Make, second, and debate motions. Voting: Vote on the motion.
Announcements: Share any important updates. Adjournment: Close the meeting.
Answer: Explain the steps for an efficient meeting as outlined in Robert's Rules of Order.
● Parliamentary procedure is a set of rules for running meetings, and Robert's Rules of
Order is a widely used system that explains how to follow those rules step by step..
Answer: Describe the relationship between parliamentary procedure and Robert's Rules of
Order.
● Robert's Rules of Order ensure justice and courtesy by giving everyone a fair chance
to speak, participate in discussions, and vote, while keeping meetings respectful and
organized.. Answer: Describe how Robert's Rules of Order provide justice and courtesy for
all.
● Maintenance of order, consideration of one item at a time, member input, courtesy
for all, majority rule, recognition by the chair, free discussion, and debate. Answer: List
major concepts provided by Robert's Rules of Order.
● Parliamentary procedure is a set of rules and guidelines used to conduct meetings in
an organized and fair way, ensuring everyone has a chance to speak, make decisions,
and vote on issues.. Answer: Define parliamentary procedure.