Debate Vocabulary Quiz

Study Notes

Refutation and Argumentation

Refutation in a debate involves disproving or countering arguments presented by the opposing team.
The purpose of an argument in a debate is to persuade the audience or judges by presenting logical reasoning and evidence to support one's position.

Policy Debate Goals

The main goal of policy debate is to examine and evaluate proposed policy changes based on their effectiveness and impact.

Role of the Resolution

The resolution serves as the central statement or proposition that teams debate, defining the specific topic and context of the discussion.

Stock Issues

Stock issues are standard questions or criteria used to evaluate the affirmative case, including significance, harms, inherency, solvency, and disadvantages.

Prima Facie

Prima Facie is a test to determine if the affirmative case can stand alone without any negative rebuttal.

Negative Team Position

The negative team defends maintaining the status quo or the current policy proposed by the resolution.

Advantages in Argumentation

Advantages in a debate refer to the positive benefits identified by the affirmative team that arise from implementing their proposed policy.

Harms/Significance

Harms or significance create offense for the affirmative because they demonstrate critical issues that the affirmative's proposal seeks to address effectively.

Affirmative Team's Stance

The affirmative team advocates a change in the present policy or situation, seeking to enhance or resolve existing problems.

Description

Test your knowledge of debate vocabulary with this quiz! From understanding the process of refutation to defining arguments and resolutions, this quiz will help you become familiar with key terms used in honors debate. Challenge yourself and enhance your debating skills with this informative quiz.