Who is the greater American Renaissance Man? Debate

Thomas Jefferson vs. Benjamin Franklin Renaissance Men Thomas Jefferson vs. Benjamin Franklin

Instructions Select a topic Thomas Jefferson is the Most important Renaissance Man in American History or Benjamin Franklin is the Most important Renaissance Man in American History Take a stand Let the research begin Fact gathering should support the student’s point of view. Three to five resources are recommended. Students need a structured framework to guide their research. Use the template for taking notes shown below.

Research guide Opinion: We believe that _____________ is the most important renaissance man in U.S. History Source #1: Facts: Source #2: Source #3:

Debate rules Be polite and courteous. Listen attentively Be respectful and supportive of peers. Avoid inappropriate noises. Speak only when recognized by the moderator. Allow others to express their opinions; do not monopolize the debate. Use grammatically correct language. Speak clearly, slowly, and loud enough to be heard by the audience. Speak with passion and excitement.

Debate Format   First speaker: 2 minute (Position Presentation) – “ We believe that Thomas Jefferson is the most important Renaissance Man in U.S history because… First speaker: 2 minute (Position Presentation)- We believe that Benjamin Franklin is the most important Renaissance Man in U.S history because… 3 min work time to write rebuttal  Second Speaker: 2 min (rebuttal) 2 minute Rebuttal -  3 min work time to write response to rebuttal  Third Speaker: (Evidence and response to rebuttal ) 2 Min. 2 minute Response - 2 minute Response-  Fourth Speaker: (Summary/ Final Statement) 2 min. 2 minute Position Summary/ Final Statement - 5 minute Tallying of Ballots/Announcement of Winner