Debate

Question 0

What does the affirmative side do?

Answer 0

The affirmative side proves the validity of the issue or topic called the proposition.

Question 1

The Oxford Oregon Debate has 2 sides in its format, the __________ and the _________.

Answer 1

Affirmative / Negative

Question 2

What does the negative side do?

Answer 2

The negative side disproved the propositions.

Question 3

The ________ ___________ enforces the rules to ensure the debate’s smooth conduct.

Answer 3

Debate Moderator

Question 4

What is the time duration of the following:

• Constructive Speech
• Interpellation
• Rebuttal Speech

Answer 4

• Constructive Speech: 5-7 mins.
• Interpellation: 5 mins.
• Rebuttal Speech: 3 mins.

Question 5

Name the issues for a debate.

Answer 5

• Necessary
• Beneficially
• Practicality

Question 6

Name 2 roles of the moderator.

Answer 6

• To reveal the issue involved
• To rule on points clarification about the issue or questions and answers made during the Interpellation
• To see to it that debate is orderly and follows the rules of procedures

Question 7

Name 2 roles of the timer.

Answer 7

• To time the speakers and debaters accurately
• To give the speakers a one-minute warning with the ringing of the bell once before his/her time
• To prevent the debaters from exceeding the time alloyed to them by ringing the bell twice.