Debate Basics
What does the word "debate" mean?
To argue respectfully using reasons
Which planet is known as the Red Planet?
Mars
What does "persuade" mean?
To make someone do something with reasons
If a train leaves at 3:45 PM and arrives at 6:15 PM, how long was the trip?
2 hours 30 minutes
Why is it risky to ignore your opponent’s arguments?
Unanswered arguments are considered true
What is a "motion" in debate?
The topic or the question being asked
What do plants need to make their food?
Sunlight, water and air
What does "outweigh" mean?
Our argument is more important than theirs
What is the largest ocean on Earth?
Pacific Ocean
What is “flowing” in debate?
Taking notes to track arguments and responses
Who gives feedback and decides the winner?
The judge
What fraction of a pizza is left if you eat ¾ of it?
1/4
What does it mean to “concede” a point in debate?
To accept something the other team said or fail to answer something.
What is the largest desert on Earth?
Antarctica
Which speaker usually summarizes both sides before the final speech?
Summary/Reply Speaker
Which word means "a reason that supports your side"?
Claim
Why do we have different time zones on Earth?
Because the Earth rotates
What is the most important reason your side should win called?
Impact
Which animal has fingerprints most similar to humans?
Koala
When a team explains how their argument affects real people, what is that called?
Impact Analysis/Weighing
What does "refute" mean?When a speaker compares impacts to show what matters most, what are they doing?
Impact weighing
Which planet has the longest day?
What is another word for topic?
resolution/motion
How many countries are there?
195
What are the impact weighing mechanisms
Timeframe, Probability, Magnitude, Severity, Reversibility, Scope