MUN Terminology Flashcards

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Adjourn

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To end the meeting for now and continue later

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Veto

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To say no to a decision and stop it from happening

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Bloc

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A group of countries that work together because they share similar ideas or goals

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Amendment

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Change in the action part of a draft resolution, which means adding, removing, or changing a sentence to improve it

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Committee

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A group of delegates who represent countries and discuss a specific topic, such as education or culture (for example, UNESCO)

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Agenda

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The list of topics to be discussed in the meeting

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Objection

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When someone disagrees or says “no” to a suggestion

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Roll Call

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When delegates’ names are called to check who is present

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Working Paper

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A paper that shows ideas or plans before they become an official draft resolution (Working Paper → Draft Resolution → Resolution)

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Draft Resolution

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A written document that shows the committee’s agreed ideas and solutions (Working Paper → Draft Resolution → Resolution)