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Across
  1. 4. This speech constructs arguments showing the disadvantages of the resolution and why it should not be adopted.
  2. 5. The quantity of arguments is less important than the quality of arguments, just as the quantity of evidence is less important than the quality of evidence.
  3. 6. _______ are worded as resolutions, meaning they advocate solving a problem by establishing a
  4. 7. A team must develop both pro and con cases, persuasively supported by evidence and reasoning.
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  1. 1. If the team feels that the opponent’s case is based on a faulty or unfair interpretation of the resolution, they should provide counter definitions and convincingly explain why their perspective is more appropriate.
  2. 2. The round starts with a _________; the winning team selects either:
  3. 3. This speech constructs arguments advocating the resolution’s worthiness.