Complete the sentences with the words from the box

residents' association · steer the discussion · propose a motion · converge on · show of hands · any other business · chair · park an issue · quorum · second a motion · agenda item · frame the question

• The local ____ gathered in Seattle to debate the neighborhood rules.
• Arthur agreed to ____ the stormy meeting in Bristol last Tuesday.
• The third ____ concerned the installation of speed cameras in Portland.
• Let me ____ the question carefully before the vote begins in Denver.
• Good moderators know how to ____ the discussion away from trivial complaints.
• We decided to ____ an issue regarding street lighting until the spring.
• After long debates in Leeds, both factions began to ____ on a workable compromise.
• Is there any ____ we need to discuss before adjourning the assembly?
• Mrs. Vance decided to ____ a motion regarding the communal garden in York.
• Mr. Davies rose quickly to ____ the motion made by the secretary.
• A quick ____ confirmed that the majority favored the new fence.
• Without a proper ____ , the vote taken in Birmingham was legally invalid.

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