tournament stuff
What is a paradigm?
what the judge is looking for when they are evaluating the round and deciding a winner- stylistic things they like to see, what they don't like, etc. every judge is different!
which side has a plan in policy debate?
the aff
what is flowing?
short hand note taking during the debate round.
what is inherency?
what's happening in the status quo- the issue that needs to be fixed by doing the plan- lots of answers to this!
How many tournaments do you have to attend in varsity in order to have a chance at going to NAUDL nationals?
3
What happens to your speaker points if you have a "bye" round?
how much prep time does each team get in a round?
8 minutes
what's "spreading?"
talking really fast
Why is the 2AR such an important speech?
It's your last chance as the affirmative to convince the judge that you won.
Why do colleges like accepting students that have debate experience?
Shows you that enjoy research, have good public speaking skills, can advocate for yourself, enjoy learning, etc.
what is a forfeit?
when a round doesn't happen- could be due to one team not showing up, someone quitting, getting sick, etc.
What is impact calculus?
Mr. T-
magnitude
risk
timeframe
weighing your impacts against your opponents to prove that yours are bigger.
How do you earn a trip to NAUDL nationals?
by winning city championship in varsity OR having the most bids.
What two speeches make up the negative block?
2nc
1nr
what type of debate do we do?
policy debate
Who gives you pizza at our tournaments?
Ms. Shayna!
How many constructive speeches are in a policy debate round?
What is a counterplan?
something we should do INSTEAD of the plan
What is the range for speaker points at a TDL tournament?
26-30
what type of debate do TDL elementary teams do?
modified public forum
Where is nationals next year?
harvard (boston)
What was the resolution for this years policy debate topic?
The United States Federal Government should significantly strengthen its protection of domestic intellectual property rights in copyrights, patents, and/or trademarks
Why is it a good strategy to "close" cross ex?
So that one partner can't lean on the other for the opposing team.
What is the role of the neg in a policy debate round?
To poke holes in the aff's plan/ prove why it won't work.
Name 4 TDL staff members
Morgan Lawrence
David Galoob
Chris Cook
Justin Aich
Tristan Loveless
Ross Faith
Shayna Jenkins