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Introduction
DebatingTo1Debating
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Why?
“ … the most important reason, I
think its important because I can
prove people wrong with the power
to back it up using only my words.
THAT’S POWER ..."
Reasons
DebatingTo Practice
Better at communicating
Communicate points faster
Listener isn’t bored with you
Improved reasoning skills
Makes you smarter
Reading, writing, researching – core skills
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Important Terminology
Debate: a game in which two
opposing teams make speeches to
support their arguments and
disagree with those of the other
team.
Important Terminology
Affirmative team: agrees with the
resolution.
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Opinion Indicators
I think/believe/feel that…
It seems to me that…
I would argue that…
I do not believe that…
I am unconvinced that…
I do not agree that…
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Reason Indicators
As
Since
Because
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Examples
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Examples
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Reasons Strong
1. Women should quit their job after they get married.
REASON:
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