Roberts Rules - videos

Question 1

Are questions in order that require immediate attention?

Answer 1

Yes. Parliamentary inquiry always in order

Question 2

How many standard characteristics are there for each motion? What are they?

Answer 2

8. Precendence
   Application
   In order when another has the floor?
   Is a Second required?
   Debatable?
   Amendable?
   Vote requirement?
   Can be reconsidered?

Question 3

3 types of motions and precedence

Answer 3

Main Motion - lowest precedence
Subsidiary Motions - Outrank Main motion but below privledged motions
Privledged Motions - highest rank

Question 4

What determines if a motion is in order?

Answer 4

It is in order if it ranks higher than the motion under consideration.

Question 5

List the precedence of all motions, from highest to lowest.

Answer 5

Priveldged
Fix the time to which to adjourn
Adjourn
Recess
Raise a question of priveledge
Call for the orders of the day

Subsidiary:
Lay on the table
Previous question
Limit or extend limits of debate
Postpone to a certain time
Commit - refer to committee
Amend
Postpone Indefinitely

Main Motion

Question 6

When is a main motion in order?

Answer 6

When no other motion is pending.