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Tong USH Debate

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What is a resolution?   A statement beginning with “Resolved” that gives the specific topic of the debate  
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What is the Affirmative?   The side of the debate that supports or upholds the resolution  
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What is the Negative?   The side of the debate that opposed the resolution  
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What is a constructive?   A speech of statements (with evidence and reasoning) that supports the speaker's side  
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What is a cross-examination?   A short questioning period where one side can question the other on the constructive speech  
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What is a rebuttal?   Final speech in a debate where the speaker restates the position and summarizes the arguments  
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What is a policy debate?   A research-based debate on government practice and protocol, usually on a international or domestic policy  
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What is a Lincoln-Douglas debate?   A debate over values  
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What is a SpAr debate?   A debate over “easy” topics to practice debate speeches and skills  
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Which phrases are the worst way to begin a cross-examination?   “Isn’t it true that...” and “Wouldn’t you agree that…”  
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In a negative rebuttal, what must the speaker do?   Restate BOTH the affirmative and negative side, summarize the arguments of both sides, and persuade the judges to the negative point of view.  
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