General LD
What happens during cross examination?
One competitor asks questions to the other (for clarification or strategy)
What does "CWI" stand for?
Claim, warrant, impact.
Is a card (most commonly) used for a claim, warrant, or impact?
Warrant
What is an impact?
A reason why your argument matters.
Funnel approach.
The neg constructive is longer than the aff constructive. What should the neg do with the extra time?
Start refuting the aff's arguments.
What is a "resolution"?
The topic of the debate.
Name 2 components of a proper LD citation.
Author last name, year, organization, media title, qualifications, etc.
What is a warrant?
A reason why your argument is true.
What type of research is this?: identify your arguments first, THEN look for supporting evidence
Argument based research.
How much prep time do you get within the round?
4 minutes (usually)
Name 2 things that you should have in your case BESIDES contentions.
Definitions, framework, resolution, etc.
What is a "tagline"?
A very brief summary of the card read before the card.
What is a "link chain" and what is its purpose?
A string of ideas that lead to an impact, used to explain HOW and WHY something will happen.
What should you be looking for while doing the funnel approach? Name 2 things.
Find different perspectives, get background + context, understand sides of the argument, keep track of potential contentions, learn key terms, etc.