Debate Terms to Know

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Across
  1. 5. slope – Arguing that one small step will inevitably lead to extreme outcomes.
  2. 6. – The reasoning that connects the evidence to the claim.
  3. 10. – To admit that a point from the opposing side is valid.
  4. 11. – Facts, examples, or data supporting a claim.
  5. 12. – A response to an argument, showing flaws or countering it.
  6. 13. – Questioning your opponent to find flaws or clarify points.
  7. 15. – The side that opposes the resolution.
Down
  1. 1. – A flaw in reasoning.
  2. 2. dilemma – Presenting two options as the only possibilities when others exist.
  3. 3. – The side that supports the resolution.
  4. 4. – The significance or consequence of an argument.
  5. 7. herring – Introducing irrelevant information to distract from the real issue.
  6. 8. – An opposing argument meant to challenge the previous point.
  7. 9. – The statement or proposition being debated.
  8. 10. – A statement or assertion that is arguable.
  9. 14. – Misrepresenting someone's argument to make it easier to attack.