The Art of Debate

What is the historical origin of competitive debate, where the goal is to win?

• Ancient Greece, with philosophers like Plato and Aristotle

• 19th-century British public schools and universities

• Early American political forums

• Modern-day Columbia University debate teams

What are the three basic parts of an argument in debate?

• Introduction, Body, Conclusion

• Claim, Evidence, Rebuttal

• Claim, Warrant, Impact

• Thesis, Support, Summary

What is the "burden of rejoinder" in a debate?

• The responsibility to present new evidence in every round.

• The obligation to respond to an opponent's point, or it is considered true.

• The pressure to make your arguments sound more convincing than your opponent's.

• The need to maintain a neutral stance throughout the debate.

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What is a key benefit of being forced to take on different positions in debate, even those you don't personally believe in?

• It makes you a more persuasive speaker regardless of the topic.

• It helps you identify weaknesses in your own personal beliefs.

• It develops the ability to understand and empathize with diverse viewpoints.

• It improves your speed in formulating arguments under pressure.

In a complete sentence, what is one thing you can take away from this video that you would like to apply to a debate?