Debate Vocabulary

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Across
  1. 2. A statement made that is open to challenge and that requires support
  2. 5. At least 2 people equally trying to prove which side is right, using a formal structure.
  3. 8. the Opposite argument or viewpoint
  4. 12. Relevant pieces of information that supports a claim
  5. 14. Having nothing to do with the subject
  6. 15. A Statement made by the lawyer for each side at the beginning of the case
  7. 16. To prove to be false or incorrect
Down
  1. 1. To recognize or admit
  2. 3. A response that refutes an argument
  3. 4. To defend, explain, or make excuses for by reasoning
  4. 6. To examine, assess, and judge carefully
  5. 7. Connected with or related to the subject
  6. 9. A mental activity that consists of organizing information into a series of steps to reach a conclusion
  7. 10. Confrontation in which people cross lines to prove to each other who or what is right
  8. 11. Presenting a persuasive opinion
  9. 13. Each person's summary of the case