Analyze a problem Conduct research Utilize principles of argumentation Cross-Examination Analyze a problem Conduct research Utilize principles of argumentation
The Event Two students debate another team of two students. (This is a policy debate)
Time Constructive Affirmative- 8 minutes CX- 3 minutes Negative- 8 minutes Affirmative – 8 minutes
Time Rebuttal Neg- 5 minutes Aff- 5 minutes Each team will get 8 minutes preparation Each speaker will speak for around 16 minutes
Preparation Find a partner Analyze the topic (resolution) Write cases You will have to debate both sides of a topic. YOU WILL NEED TO FIND A LOT OF EVIDENCE!
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