Congress and LD Debate Study Guide

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What is the purpose of defining the meanings of values within an LD debate?

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To align arguments with common values.

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True or False: Everything is fair does not pertain to value/criterion combinations.

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False.

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True or False: A prepared argument with evidence and arguments already structured on the page is called a brief (case brief).

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True.

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Who is the leader who runs meetings by recognizing members to speak or move, modeled after the Speaker of the House of Representatives?

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Presiding Officer (PO).

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What is the standard rule in most leagues that requires the presiding officer to choose speakers who have spoken least (or not at all)?

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Precedence.

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What is the term for the main argument presented in an LD debate?

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Contention.

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What is the role of the judge in an LD debate?

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To evaluate the arguments presented and determine the winner based on the criteria established.

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What does the term 'value' refer to in LD debate?

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A principle or standard of behavior that is considered important in the debate.

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What is a criterion in the context of LD debate?

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A standard or measure used to evaluate the arguments and determine which side is more persuasive.

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What is the significance of the resolution in an LD debate?

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It is the statement or proposition that debaters argue for or against.