Subject: Debate Assignment

8th

Guidelines:

 Research:
Each team is responsible for conducting thorough research on the assigned topic. Explore various
credible sources to gather information supporting your opinion.

 Preparation:
Team members in Section 1 (For) should collaborate to build strong arguments supporting the
topic. Similarly, Team members in Section 2 (Against) should work together to construct
compelling counterarguments.

 Presentation:
Each team will present their arguments during the debate. Be prepared to articulate your points
clearly and concisely. Visual aids, statistics, and real-world examples are encouraged.

 Rebuttal:
After the initial presentations, teams will have the opportunity to respond to the opposing
arguments. This is a crucial aspect of the debate, so be ready to think on your feet.

 Format:
The debate will follow a structured format, with specific time limits for each segment. Make sure
to adhere to the given time constraints to ensure a fair and organized discussion.

 Evaluation:
Teams will be evaluated based on the clarity of their arguments, the strength of their evidence,
and their ability to engage with opposing viewpoints.
 Judges:
Judges take notes, compare, evaluate the content and the delivery, reflect, decide.
Debate Format:
This is the format for each debate.
 Opening Statements: (Total Time: 10 minutes)

In each team, Section 1 (For): Present your opening statement supporting the topic. Clearly
outline your main arguments and provide a brief overview of your team's perspective.

In each team, section 2 (Against): Present your opening statement countering the topic. Clearly
outline your main arguments and provide a brief overview of your team's perspective.

 Rebuttal Round: (Total Time: 10 minutes)

In each team, section 1 (For): Respond to the opening statements presented by Section 2
(Against). Refute counterarguments and reinforce your team's position.

In each team, section 2 (Against): Respond to the opening statements presented by Section 1
(For). Refute counterarguments and reinforce your team's position.

 Crossfire Round: (Total Time: 10 minutes)

Members from both sections engage in a direct questioning and answering session. This allows
for a more dynamic exchange of ideas and challenges between teams.

 Closing Statements: (Total Time: 10 minutes)

In each team, section 1 (For): Summarize your main arguments and make a compelling closing
statement in support of the topic.

In each team, section 2 (Against): Summarize your main arguments and make a compelling
closing statement countering the topic.
  Q&A Session: (Total Time: 10 minutes)

Allow the audience to ask questions (if they have any) to any team or specific members. This
encourages engagement and critical thinking from the audience.

 Judges' Deliberation: (Total Time: 10 minutes)

While the judges deliberate, teams can briefly reflect on the debate or prepare for potential
follow-up questions.
 Judges' Feedback: (Total Time: 10 minutes)

Judges provide constructive feedback to each team, highlighting strengths and areas for
improvement.