Debate Terms Flashcard

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What is a rebuttal in a debate?

Back

A rebuttal is a shorter speech later in the debate where debaters argue over issues that were built during the constructive speeches.

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CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.L.11-12.6

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What is cross examination in a debate?

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Cross examination is the time one debater gets to interact with another debater by asking questions, typically lasting three minutes after the opponent's constructive speech.

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CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

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Which team speaks last in a debate?

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The Negative team speaks last at the end of the debate, summing up their main points.

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CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

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What does the affirmative side represent in a debate?

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The affirmative side supports the resolution and explains why it is correct during the constructive speeches.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.L.7.6

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Is it important to cite sources verbally during a debate?

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False. It is important to cite sources verbally during a debate, as the credibility of information matters.

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CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

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What is the purpose of a constructive speech in a debate?

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The constructive speech is where debaters present their main arguments and establish the framework for the debate.

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CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

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What is the role of the moderator in a debate?

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The moderator facilitates the debate, ensuring that rules are followed and that each debater has an equal opportunity to speak.

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CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

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What is a resolution in a debate?

Back

A resolution is a statement or proposition that is being debated, typically presented as a claim that one side supports and the other opposes.

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CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.L.7.6

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What does it mean to negotiate in a debate context?

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To negotiate means to discuss and come to an agreement on certain points, often used in the context of reaching a consensus.

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CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

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What is the difference between the affirmative and negative teams?

Back

The affirmative team supports the resolution, while the negative team opposes it.

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CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C