Debate Vocabulary

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