Across
- 1. The overall position or viewpoint a debater takes on an issue
- 5. statement The introduction in a debate that outlines the main argument and supporting points
- 6. A preference or prejudice in favor of or against something
- 7. An argument made to oppose another argument
- 8. The quality of being trusted and believable
- 11. A response that counters or disproves an opposing argument
Down
- 2. A statement that supports your stance and focuses on a specific idea you are using to prove your side
- 3. The process of explaining how evidence supports a claim
- 4. A confident and forceful statement of fact or belief
- 9. A structured discussion in which opposing arguments are presented on a particular issue
- 10. statement The final part of a debate where key points are summarized and emphasized
- 12. Facts, examples, or information used to support a claim or assertion