Model United Nations Chair Responsibilities Quiz

What is one of the primary responsibilities of the chair in a Model UN conference?

• To take attendance

• To represent the delegates

• To manage the debate

• To write resolutions

What should chairs do to ensure fairness during the debate?

• Limit speaking time

• Favor certain delegates

• Encourage personal attacks

• Ignore points of order

How do chairs handle points of order?

• By ignoring them

• By deciding how to handle them

• By voting on them

• By discussing them with delegates

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is a key aspect of managing the committee meetings?

• Avoiding any rules

• Encouraging long speeches

• Allowing chaos

• Making them run smoothly

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the role of the chair in setting the atmosphere?

• To remain completely neutral

• To set a positive atmosphere

• To create a tense environment

• To avoid interaction with delegates

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What should a chair do when giving feedback?

• Focus on personal opinions

• Be objective and specific

• Avoid giving feedback altogether

• Only give positive feedback

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What is the importance of taking notes during the simulation?

• To prepare for feedback sessions

• To distract from the debate

• To avoid making decisions

• To keep a record of personal feelings

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What does the quote 'Absolute power corrupts absolutely' imply in the context of chairing?

• Chairs should have unlimited power

• Chairs must remain objective

• Chairs should avoid responsibility

• Chairs can ignore rules

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is a tactic some chairs use to maintain objectivity?

• Being overly friendly

• Engaging in personal discussions

• Creating distance from delegates

• Ignoring the rules

What is a critical aspect of awarding delegates?

• Choosing based on popularity

• Being objective and reflective

• Ignoring the contributions

• Discussing awards for a long time