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MAIN MOTIONS; DEBATE
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second is obtained in answer to the chairman's asking for one, what becomes of the motion?

(3) Give two forms for stating the question. What is the real meaning of "Are you ready for the question?" Give the form for putting the question when it is a resolution; when it is not a resolution. Give the form for announcing the result when the affirmative wins; when the affirmative loses.

(4) What is a tie? Announce the result when there is a tie. When may the chairman vote?

(5) What is meant by a pending motion? What is meant by an immediately pending motion?

(6) What must a member do before he can begin debate? State five rules that the debater must observe during the debate.

(7) What is the purpose of the motion to postpone indefinitely? Show how you can tell from Chart I whether postpone indefinitely is amendable and also debatable. Explain in your own words how an affirmative vote on the motion to postpone indefinitely is the same as a negative vote on the main motion.