What is the rule of debate?

The speaking order is as follows: First Affirmative, First Negative, Second Affirmative, Second Negative, Third Affirmative, and finally Third Negative.

What are the do’s and don’ts of debate?

Do not interrupt other speakers while they are speaking. Do not shout or talk loudly. Do not use ‘um’ or ’em; within the speech. Do not use false facts within your speech.

What are the positions in a debate?

Each speaker speaks once for a defined period. The order of speakers is: first affirmative, first negative, second affirmative, second negative, third affirmative, third negative. Following this final speech, the debating component is done, and the adjudicator takes time to give feedback and award the win.

What are the important features and rules of debate?

Debating Rules

  • 1.) Motion. The motion of the debate is the topic of the discussion.
  • 2.) Sequence. Debates are held with four teams (eight speakers) in total – two teams for the proposition and two for the opposition.
  • 3.) Timing.
  • 4.) The Chairman.
  • 5.) Points of Information.
  • 6.) General Rules.

What are the rules for debate competition?

Rules of Debate

  • There are two teams, each consisting of two or three speakers.
  • Each team has two or three constructive speeches, and two to three rebuttal speeches.
  • When worded as a proposition of policy, the topic requires the affirmative to support some specified action by some particular individual or group.

What is a burden in debate?

The argumentative burden describes the responsibilities of each participant of the argument. The person speaking in favor of the claim or promoting the claim has different responsibilities in an argument than the person speaking against the claim and defending the current situation.

Who speaks first in a debate?

1. The first persons to speak will be the first speaker for the affirmative side. 2. That person will be allowed up to seven minutes to present his or her case.

How do you conduct a debate?

How to Conduct a Class Debate

  1. Introduce the topic. All ESL debates start with a topic, or resolution.
  2. Assign the Affirmative and the Negative. There are two sides to any debate.
  3. Give Time for Research. Your students will need time to research the issue.
  4. Keep Track of Time.
  5. Make a Judgment.