Debate Structure Extraordinary Quiz

How many speeches are there in a WSDC debate?

• Six speeches

• Five speeches

• Four speeches

• Three speeches

Who starts the debate in a WSDC format by introducing the team and the motion?

• The opposition

• The judges

• The audience

• The proposition

What is the purpose of the case line in a debate?

• To provide evidence

• To summarize the debate

• To introduce the team

• To define the motion

What is the responsibility of the first opposition speaker?

• Present the caseline

• Define the terms

• Refute the proposition's arguments

• Introduce the motion

What is the purpose of the outline in a debate?

• To summarize the debate

• To provide evidence

• To define the motion

• To navigate the arguments

Who presents the third and final reason in defense of their case in a debate?

• Second opposition

• Third opposition

• First proposition

• Second proposition

What is the role of the reply speech in a debate?

• Introduce the team

• Refute the opposition's arguments

• Conclude the debate

• Define the motion

What does the WSDC format of debate aim to achieve?

• Favor one side

• Minimize interaction

• Avoid arguments

• Maximize interaction

How many minutes does each team have for the reply speech in a WSDC debate?

• Five minutes

• Two minutes

• Three minutes

• Four minutes

What is the benefit of the WSDC debate structure?

• Confuse the teams

• Organize ideas

• Limit interaction

• Avoid conclusions