1. Let’s talk cross-ex!

2. Purpose To clarify arguments
Point out misinterpretations/ lack of evidence
Note logical fallacies
Show agreements
Establish a criteria for voting

3. DO NOT Make statements or speeches Comment on the opponents answers
Attack opponents on a personal level
Emphasize lack of experience/knowledge.
You will be dropped if you do any of the above in round.

4. Clarification Definitions Values Criterions
Contentions (ask for tag-lines/summary or they’ll re-read the entire thing & waste time)
Authors of cards and their experience. You’re allowed to ask to see their cards in round.

5. Clarification (cont.) How does your criterion achieve your value?
How do your contentions link to your value?
Could you explain the philosophy you use in your own words?
(Get your opponent to admit your value is superior to theirs in some way)
You claim (example), what is your reasoning for this?