A skill that you learn to preform through training is called a . -ANSW- task What are the initials used to identify the social security deduction on an employee’s check stub? -ANSW- FICA According to Robert’s Rule of Order, what does it mean when someone says “division”? -ANSW- They want to vote again on the motion. What is a majority vote? -ANSW- One-half of the vote cast, plus one. A worker who demonstrates a desire to learn and who is eager and zealous is said to have . -ANSW- enthusiasm
According to the leadership handbook, when setting formal table service, where does
the dessert fork go? -ANSW- Above the dinner plate and below the dessert spoon
Since first impressions are often formed by appearance, a professional appearance
shows that you . -ANSW- respect yourself
A __ is a generic name for an organized group of people who work together
to promote excellence in their chosen field. -ANSW- Professional Association
What type of motion would be used to stop debate and go to an immediate vote? –
ANSW- Previous Question Motion
What is an organized association of workers committed to the advancement of a
specified profession or trade? -ANSW- Labor Union
According to the Leadership Handbook, when setting a formal table service, where does
he soup spoon go? -ANSW- To the right of the teaspoon.
How many standing committees reflect the SkillsUSA Program of Work? -ANSW- 7
An opportunity for a business to display materials, equipment, and services about their
company is called a: -ANSW- Trade Show
SkillsUSA was not the first national organization of trade and industrial education
students. What was the name of its 1920’s predecessor? -ANSW- Future Craftsmen of
America
What does the acronym PIM represent? -ANSW- Personal Information Management
system
Applying rules and principles to a new situation and determining which conclusions are
correct when given a set of facts and a set of conclusions is called . -ANSWreasoning
What is the type of move that is a transfer to a different department or another
classification in the same pay grade? -ANSW- lateral move
According to the model local constitution in the Leadership Handbook, what fraction of
the membership is needed to approve a chapter constitutional amendment? -ANSWtwo-thirds
Which SkillsUSA member service would you use to post your resume online? -ANSWSkillsUSA Employment Network
Personal growth, safety and teacher recruitment are part of the: -ANSW- National
Program of Work
A desire to achieve, a feeling of self-worth or pleasure for having done a good job is
called a(n) . -ANSW- internal motivator
Some people learn best in a step-by-step manner and remember information that they
consider practical. What is the PDP description of this kind of learning? -ANSWStructural Style
Encouragement from others, a promise of money or a gift, or fear of punishment is
called a(n) . -ANSW- external motivator
How many times may a member speak in a debate on a debatable motion in the
absence of special rules? -ANSW- 2
The word “parliamentary” comes from the french word “parler” which means what? –
ANSW- to speak
Who presents a description of the colors during the emblem ceremony? -ANSW- The
Optional Officer
In family-style dinners, the salt & pepper should be passed . -ANSW- Together
When finished with your meal, your napkin should be placed loosely, but not folded,
where? -ANSW- in its original position by the plate
One of the optional officers is the Chaplain. This person would be called upon to ask a
special blessing at the beginning of a formal meeting called a(n) . -ANSWinvocation
What statement is made by a member when that member believes it is time to vote on a
motion? -ANSW- Call the Question
Of the 3, which motion has the highest precedence: main motion, amendment, adjourn?
-ANSW- adjourn
Social etiquette dictates that when a woman or man enters the room and approaches a
man who is seated, the seated man should . -ANSW- stand. You have been introduced to a person and have forgotten his name. What should you do? -ANSW- Ask his name again. The number of members that must be present for a business meeting to be conduced legally is called what? -ANSW- quorum is the legal right to sell a company’s goods and services in a particular area. –
ANSW- Franchise
is the term for a settlement of differences between opposing sides in which each makes a concession. -ANSW- compromise The first item on the agenda of a meeting is: -ANSW- Call to Order A main motion requires someone to introduce or make the motion and someone else who agrees to _______. -ANSW- Second the Motion
What do you call permission to speak to the group? -ANSW- To have the floor
According to policy in the Leadership Handbook, what is the deadline for dues to reach
national headquarters? -ANSW- March 1
When you have finished eating, where do you place your utensils to signal the wait
staff? -ANSW- At the 10 and 2 o’clock position on the plate
What is required after a motion has been made before it can be discussed? -ANSW- A
“Second”
Of all the SkillsUSA contests held, in which contest can a member compete in black
jeans? -ANSW- None