Debate Sequence
There are four members in each group, with two on each side. The sequence of participation is as
follows:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Pro. Introduction (PRO FIRST SPEAKER)
Opp. Introduction (OPP FIRST SPEAKER)
Pro. Response #1 (PRO SECOND SPEAKER)
Opp. Response #1 (OPP SECOND SPEAKER)
Pro. Response #2 (PRO FIRST SPEAKER)
Opp. Response #2 (OPP FIRST SPEAKER)
Pro. Conclusion (PRO SECOND SPEAKER)
Opp. Conclusion (OPP SECOND SPEAKER)
There will be a two minute break between each of these speeches to allow you to collect your notes and
plan your response. IMPORTANT: Please note that each of you is speaking TWICE.
PROPOSITION
PRO FIRST SPEAKER
Pro. Introduction (3-4 mins)
Define all key terms in the claim
Present at least two distinct arguments in favor of the claim
Anticipate and rebut one potential objection to the claim
Pro. Response #2 (3-4 mins)
Present any remaining arguments in favor of the claim
Defend Pro. arguments from Opp. objections
Summarize and rebut all original arguments put forth by Opp.
Present all ideas coherently and clearly
PRO SECOND SPEAKER
Pro. Response #1 (3-4 mins)
Clarify any outstanding discrepancies regarding the definition
Critique the arguments and objections put forward by the Opp. introduction
Present two new arguments in favor of the claim
Pro. Conclusion (3-4 mins)
Summarize and clarify all arguments put forth by the Pro.
Summarize and rebut all arguments put forth by the Opp.
Present all ideas coherently and clearly
OPPOSITION
OPP. FIRST SPEAKER
Opp. Introduction (3-4 mins)
Engage with Pro. definitions
Present at least two distinct arguments against the claim
Outline objections to Pro. arguments
Opp. Response #2 (3-4 mins)
Present any remaining arguments against the claim
Defend Opp. arguments from Pro. objections
Summarize and rebut all original arguments put forth by Pro.
Present all ideas coherently and clearly
OPP. SECOND SPEAKER
Opp. Reponse #1 (3-4 mins)
Critique the arguments and objections put forward by the Pro.
Present two new arguments in favor of the claim
Opp. Conclusion (3-4 mins)
Summarize and clarify all arguments put forth by the Opp.
Summarize and rebut all arguments put forth by the Pro.
Present all ideas coherently and clearly