Debate Format
How long is the initial speech in opposition (negation)
3 minutes
What do students do with the bills and resolutions they draft in Congressional Debate
debate and vote on them
What limitation exists on the number of follow-up questions in most congress debates
no follow-up questions are allowed
How much time is allocated for questioning after the initial opposition speech
2 minutes
what kind of assembly do students simulate
legislative assembly
What restriction is placed on the speaker/questioner during the indirect questioning period
the inability to ask follow-up questions
In what sort of way does the debate alternate after the initial speeches?
the debate is alternating between favor and opposition to the legislation
How does Congress differ from other debate events regarding in-round preparation time?
Congress doesn't have any in-round prep time
Who determines whether the questioning period is direct or indirect in congressional debates
the Presiding Officer (PO)
What is the ultimate goal of participants in Congressional Debate
to pass bills into law and take action on resolutions
What strategy must participants use in Congressional Debate to formulate their questions
taking advantage of opponents' speeches to form questions
How many students at one time can participate in a Congress round
18 students