Tournaments 101
What is "the draw"?
Information about your side, room, opponents, and judges
What is the role of the Member of Government?
Provide an extension, rebut OO
Give two reasons for why wars between countries might happen
Resources, different ideologies, power, etc
THW ban violent sports. Opp says people like violent sports.
Not important, other things you can like
What month is my birthday?
November
What are three benefits of going to debate tournaments?
Practice, get feedback, make friends, etc
Who gives the summary speeches in WSDC (World Schools) format?
1st or 2nd speakers
Give two reasons for why people might not vote in elections
Not enough time, don't care enough, etc
THW ban child labour. Opp says child labour makes kids tougher because they have to work hard.
This is not as important as the harms, etc
Where did I go yesterday to hang out with my fellow graduates?
The beach
What is a tab?
Final results of a tournament
How many POIs should each speaker take?
1-3
Give two reasons for why it is hard for poor families to go to university
Can't afford tuition, have to work instead, etc
TH would fund space exploration. Prop says space exploration will be guaranteed to get us to Mars so we can survive climate change.
You might not get there, we can spend it on other things, etc
What is my favourite type of debate topic?
Economic topics
What are three things you should prepare/do before going to a debate tournament?
Water, pens, paper, tell your parents, etc
What is the purpose of an illustration?
To paint a picture and show what your argument looks like
Give two reasons for why teachers do not pay enough attention to their students.
Not paid enough, too many students, etc
TH would use educational video games in schools. Opp says the video games will distract students from learning.
They help learning, etc
Name one university debate tournament.
WUDC, EUDC, HWS Round Robin
What is equity?
Making sure all participants feel comfortable
What should you start with in prep time?
Silent prep
Give two reasons for why some people might not want to do anything to help the environment
Too costly, don't care enough, etc
THW ban child beauty pageants. Prop says it makes students have lower self esteem.
Helps with confidence, etc
What has been your favourite topic so far?
Up to you!