Which motion requires an immediate vote on the current matter, often cutting debate?

• A. Call the question
• B. Main motion
• C. Table a motion
• D. Amend

Answer: (A)

Ending debate to force a vote on the current motion is exactly what the call the question motion does. When someone moves this, the assembly stops discussing the pending matter and moves directly to a vote on that matter (and any amendments still on the floor). This is why it’s the best fit for “requiring an immediate vote on the current matter, often cutting debate.” The other options have different purposes: a main motion introduces the proposal to be considered, an amendment changes details of the proposal, and to table a motion pauses discussion and delays the decision rather than ending debate to vote now.