Vocab 1

Question 1

Affirmative

Answer 1

The side that favors (affirms) the resolution for debate. Convince judge your value is best.

Question 2

Analysis

Answer 2

Process of breaking down an idea or proposition into its elements.

Question 3

Argument

Answer 3

A conclusion supported by a reason documented by evidence.

Question 4

Block

Answer 4

A prepared set of arguments relating to a single point.

Question 5

Brief

Answer 5

An outline of arguments; may be affirmative or negative

Question 6

Burden of Proof

Answer 6

The obligation to present a prima facie case (presumption).

Question 7

Case

Answer 7

A senators basic position showing why their value is best.

Question 8

Clash

Answer 8

The process of meeting and dealing with an opposing argument directly.

Question 9

Constructive

Answer 9

A constructive argument is offered in support of, or in opposition to, the resolution. A constructive speech is a time period in which it is permissible to introduce arguments.

Question 10

Contention

Answer 10

A subdivision of an issue; argument essential to support a position on a speech, excluding the first affirmative.

Question 11

Prima Facie

Answer 11

Latin phrase meaning “at first look.” A case that one man would find reasonable to accept at first study.

Question 12

Proposition

Answer 12

A debatable statement; open to interpretation; accept arguments on either side; 3 types are fact, value, and policy.

Question 13

Ramifications (impacts)

Answer 13

Result of accepting a value and not accepting a value. Similar to idea of impact in policy debate.

Question 14

Reasoning

Answer 14

Drawing appropriate conclusions based on evidence. 2 types: inductive and deductive.

Question 15

Rebuttal

Answer 15

Short speech devoted to 1) rebuilding arguments that have been attacked through extension arguments with more evidence & reasoning. 2) refuting opposing arguments. 3) summarize debate from perspective of speaker.

Question 16

Refutation

Answer 16

Process of attacking and destroying opposing arguments.

Question 17

Resolution

Answer 17

Proposition stated in the form of a motion.

Question 18

Shift

Answer 18

To abandon an original position and take up a different one.

Question 19

Speaker Points

Answer 19

Ratings a judge gives to a debater based on: analysis, organization, refutation, oral style, and delivery. Points range from bad to good in 1-4.

Question 20

Speaker Ranks

Answer 20

Ranks given to a debater in a debate round. Ranked 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th. No ties. Does not apply to Lincoln-Douglas debate.

Question 21

Value

Answer 21

Worth or usefulness of a thing, concept, or object. Ex: Justice, freedom, common good, liberty.

Question 22

Crystallize

Answer 22

Summing up the debate, addressing the most important arguments, and offering voting issues.

Question 23

Kritiks

Answer 23

Argument against a stock argument

Question 24

Voting Issues

Answer 24

Repeated issues that come up during the debate.

Question 25

Flow

Answer 25

Flowing is a note taking technique. Debaters and judges flow throughout the round to keep track of the arguments being made. The “flow” may also refer to the notepad itself.