Questions and Answers
What is a debate?
What is evidence in the context of a debate?
An authority that backs up your argument, including logical, anecdotal, and empirical information.
Who is the affirmative team in a debate?
The team or speaker whose job is to support the resolution.
What is the main role of the negative team in a debate?
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What defines a Lincoln-Douglas debate?
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What is a value in the context of debate?
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What is team policy debate?
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What does a constructive speech do?
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What is cross-examination?
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What is a rebuttal in debate?
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What is prep time in a debate?
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What is the status quo in a debate?
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What does the term solution refer to in a debate?
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What is a plan in the context of debate?
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What is the definition in a debate?
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Study Notes
Debate Concepts
- Debate: A structured conflict presenting opposing ideas, either through writing or speaking.
- Evidence: Supports arguments with logical, anecdotal, or empirical data; differs between debates—Team policy debates rely on recent empirical evidence, while Lincoln-Douglas debates prioritize logic.
- Affirmative Team: Responsible for endorsing and supporting the resolution presented in the debate.
- Negative Team: Tasked with opposing the resolution and providing counterarguments.
Types of Debate
- Lincoln-Douglas Debate: A one-on-one format focused on persuading regarding moral claims or judgments.
- Team Policy Debate: Involves two teams of two, aiming to effect change in public policy.
Debate Structure
- Constructive: An extended speech that establishes debate parameters, builds arguments, and prepares for counterattacks.
- Cross-examination: A formal Q&A session following each constructive speech, aimed at clarifying points and revealing weaknesses in arguments.
- Rebuttal: A concise speech summarizing arguments from constructives and asserting the strengths of the speaker's position.
Debate Logistics
- Prep Time: Designated time for each speaker/team to prepare throughout the debate, managed before their speeches start.
- Status Quo: Refers to the existing policy or system that the affirmative aims to change.
Plans and Definitions
- Solution: Synonymous with a "plan"; refers to the proposed change or fix to existing issues.
- Plan: A specific policy change intended to address identified harms.
- Definition: Clarifies key terms in the resolution, provided by the affirmative to establish the debate's scope.
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Explore the fundamental concepts and structures of debate, including types like Lincoln-Douglas and Team Policy Debate. Understand the roles of the affirmative and negative teams, as well as key components such as constructive speeches and cross-examinations. This quiz is perfect for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of debate fundamentals.
