Those motions which bring before the assembly a new subject, sometimes in the form of a resolution, upon which action by the assembly is desired.

• A. Incidental Motions
• B. Original Main Motions
• C. Subsidiary Motions
• D. Privileged Motions

Answer: (B)

Motions that introduce new subject matter for the assembly to consider are the main motions. They bring before the group a topic—often in the form of a resolution—that the assembly is asked to act on. This is precisely what initiates new business and prompts discussion and a vote.

These motions stand apart from incidental motions, which arise while business is being handled to address procedural questions; from privileged motions, which deal with urgent rights or needs of the assembly (like recess or adjournment); and from subsidiary motions, which affect how the main motion is handled (such as postponing, referring to a committee, or amending). Because the question describes bringing a new subject before the body for action, the best match is the main motion, sometimes referred to as the original main motion.