History of Debate
Great thinkers held discussions to share this.
wisdom
The total number of main debate types commonly taught in class.
three
The number of teams that participate in an AP debate.
two
The set of rules that guide accepted behavior in a debate and help keep discussions fair and respectful.
etiquette
The person in a debate who has the authority to say “out of order.”
In 1960, John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon participated in the first debate shown using this medium.
television
The type of debate in which students know the topic before the debate begins.
prepared debate
The team that argues against the motion in a debate.
Opposition team
The key behavior expected when participants speak to one another during a debate.
respect
The phrase the judge says to stop a speaker for breaking debate rules or etiquette.
"Out of order!"
This Greek philosopher used deep questions to help people think clearly and find the truth.
Socrates
The type of debate that requires students to think quickly and respond on the spot.
impromptu debate
The number of speakers on each team in an AP debate.
three
The main purpose of debate rules, ensuring discussions remain fair and orderly.
to keep the discussion fair and respectful
One situation before the debate begins that could cause the judge to call “out of order.”
(any behavior listed in "before" box on pg. 17)
This Roman leader challenged the government with his powerful speeches.
Ciero
The type of debate that focuses on moral, ethical, or philosophical questions.
value debate
The responsibility requiring a team to provide clear definitions, logical reasoning, and strong evidence.
This phrase means a speaker currently has the right to speak and should not be interrupted.
"holding the floor"
One situation before and during the debate that could cause the judge to call “out of order." (2 situations total)
(any behavior listed in "before" and "during" box on pg. 17)
A form of debate began around this time, when thinkers in Ancient India held discussions to explore ideas.
500 BCE
The debate type that includes motions such as “This House Believes wealthy countries should help poorer nations.”
value debate
The speaker on each team who has a different role from the other two.
speaker 1
Any example of good etiquette that debaters should follow during a debate.
(any behavior listed on pg.16)
One situation before, during, or after the debate that could cause the judge to call “out of order.” (3 situations total)
(any behavior listed in "before," "during," and "after" box on pg. 17)