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Debate Format
Debate Format
Round 1
Team A posits their position on the issue for 3 minutes (this part should be prepared
beforehand.)
Team B posits their position on the issue for 3 minutes (this part should be prepared
beforehand.)
Round 2
Round 3
Team A and B are allowed to debate freely for a maximum of 6 minutes. Students are
reminded that the goal of this round is first and foremost to convince their audience, so
try to remain intelligible throughout. (Please maintain mutual respect and calm
demeanor)
Round 4