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    The document outlines the structure and process for a debate between two teams on various topics. It explains that there will be 5-7 minutes of preparation time for each topic, with each speaker from teams A and B presenting their argument following a top-down or bottom-up approach. A moderator and judge will oversee the debate to ensure all participants have an opportunity to speak before moving on to the next topic.

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    The document outlines the structure and process for a debate between two teams on various topics. It explains that there will be 5-7 minutes of preparation time for each topic, with each speaker from teams A and B presenting their argument following a top-down or bottom-up approach. A moderator and judge will oversee the debate to ensure all participants have an opportunity to speak before moving on to the next topic.

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    Argument Construction

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    The document outlines the structure and process for a debate between two teams on various topics. It explains that there will be 5-7 minutes of preparation time for each topic, with each speaker from teams A and B presenting their argument following a top-down or bottom-up approach. A moderator and judge will oversee the debate to ensure all participants have an opportunity to speak before moving on to the next topic.

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    TOP-DOWN APPROACH:

    • Topic sentence: I agree/disagree. To which extent?


    • Argument (1/2 … ): So why?
    • Supporting sentence: So what?
    • Example.

    BOTTOM-UP APPROACH:
    • Example. (a story!)
    • Supporting sentence: So what can be seen from
    the example?
    • Argument (1/2 … ): So why?
    • Topic sentence: Conclusion.

    • 2 teams: A vs. B, plus one moderator + judge.


    • 5-7 minutes of preparation.
    • Each speaker will speak and present their argument – A vs.
    B.
    • Make sure everyone has to speak.
    Topic 1:
    Uniforms should be required/mandatory in schools.
    Yes or no?

    Topic 2:
    Should public schools be tuition-free?

    Topic 3:
    Electric vehicle will be the future of transportation.
    True or false?

    Topic 4:
    Some people believe that studying at university or college is the best route to a
    successful career, while others believe that it is better to get a job straight after
    school.
    What should be the correct choice here?

    Topic 5:
    Some people think that in order to solve congestion in cities, motorbikes should be
    banned in city centers, while others consider this to be an unrealistic solution.
    What should be the correct choice here?

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