Model UN

What does it mean when a country abstains from voting in a substantive vote?

• The vote is effectively not counted

• The vote is postponed

• The vote counts as a 'no' vote

• The vote counts as a 'yes' vote

What is the topic to be discussed in a committee typically called?

• Agenda

• Resolution

• Amendment

• Motion

What is a change to an already introduced draft resolution called?

• Amendment

• Motion

• Caucus

• Decorum

At most conferences, the best delegates of a committee are recognized for their performance through what?

• Motions

• Delegates

• Awards

• Resolutions

What is a group of countries that share similar interests or positions called?

• Committee

• Placard

• Bloc

• Caucus

What is the name of the impartial moderator of the debate and mentor to delegates?

• Chair

• Delegate

• Rapporteur

• Secretary General

What is the term for one of the usually many simulated bodies of the United Nations which focuses on a specific topic in international relations?

• Organization

• Committee

• Assembly

• Council

What is the term for agreement among all parties?

• Veto Power

• Consensus

• Diplomatic Courtesy

• Quorum

What is the term for the order and respect for others that all delegates are expected to show during formal sessions?

• Decorum

• Dais

• Placard

• Flow of Debate

What is a participant in an MUN conference who represents a particular member state, non-governmental organization, or political figure in a simulated committee called?

• Observer

• Delegate

• Chair

• Rapporteur