Preparation

How can I prepare for a debate?

Setting up arguments

Think Up! Defending your arguments

You assume that your side is right and has the good, positive ideas while the other side has on the whole, flawed ideas.
Place your arguments on the bala nced, reasonable and moderate side of the issue. Seldom say "all," "every," "none," or "nobody." Say "many," "most," "few," or "less." Question opponents' statements when they use "all," "every," or "nobody."

1. Long run vs. short run effects of the motion. (Say the long run favours you because...).

2. Question your opponents' statements and say that they have not explained the advantages/disadvantages arising from:

Who What Why When Where How

is going to

benefit suffer happen apply produce results take place operate

Because of this we should/should not vote for the motion.

1- Individual ' Family ' Community ' Province ' Country ' World
2- Micro (Small scale situation) ' Macro (Large scale situation)

4. Compare and contrast your side to the other side by saying:

5. The opponents' have failed to explain/justify this motion's:

Causes Effects

Good Bad

on

Us School Society

Therefore: Their arguments are flawed.

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