Debate April 12/13
For Monday… Review debate flow and proceedures You will need to hand in: At least five arguments with sources. (3 for opening, 2 for second speeches) Opening statement, any counter points you’ve prepared, and Closing/summary.
Affirmative Opening Definitions 3 arguments 2 minutes
Negative Opening Rebuttal 3 arguments 2 minutes
Affirmative Second Speech Rebuttal and rebuild your case Present the rest of your arguments 2 minutes
Negative Second Speeches Rebuttal/ rebuild your case Continue to clash Present the rest of your arguments 2 minutes
Open Debate MC will take hands Ask questions that challenge your opponents case No personal attacks 5 minutes
Negative Closing Final Rebuttal Summarize your evidence to support your case
Affirmative Closing Final Rebuttal Summarize your evidence to support your case
Judges Presentation Eye contact Tone of voice Did the teams follow the rules (no personal attacks)
Judges Content Quality of the arguments Supported with facts Used legitimate sources (NOT WIKIPEDIA)
Judges Strategy Were their counter points logical? Did their arguments make sense? Did they demonstrate sound reasoning? Did they appeal to the emotional responses of the jury?