Debate Vocabulary
Across
- 9. The process of attaching an opponent's arguments.
- 10. Speech that challenges and defends arguments introduced in a constructive speech.
- 11. Argues in favor of the resolution.
- 13. Another word for "claims"
- 14. Using analysis to connect the evidence to the claim being made.
- 16. Bad reasoning resulting in an unsound argument.
- 17. Information used to support a claim, such as a testimonial.
- 18. Format Matches two teams against each other, one affirming and one opposing the resolution.
Down
- 1. The topic or claim being debated.
- 2. Process of formally arguing a resolution against an opposing team.
- 3. Speech presenting a debater's basic arguments for or against the resolution.
- 4. Explanations of terms stated in the resolution.
- 5. Examination When a member of one team questions an opposing team member.
- 6. Uses evidence and reasoning to support claims.
- 7. Statement that a debater supports or refutes with evidence and reasoning.
- 8. Individual who listens to a debate and decides the winner.
- 12. Taking notes during a debate to prepare for CX (cross examination)
- 15. Argues against the resolution.