Vocabulary Flashcards
Proposition of Fact
A debate can focus on whether something is true or not.
Proposition of Value
A debate can focus on whether one idea is better than the other.
Proposition of Policy
A debate can focus on the pros and cons of local, national or global laws.
Claim
An assertion or statements of something as if it were true, real, or factual.
Evidence
Data that helps support the claim
Burden of Proof
The affirmative position must address all Stock Issues in proving that their resolution is
better than the status quo.
Burden of Rebuttal
The negative position must disprove the affirmative case–however they are not
required to defend the status quo.
Constructive
First speeches in a debate.
Rebuttal
Refuting against the opponent’s argument
Cross Examination
Asking question to the opponent to make them weak or catch them off guard
Logical Fallacy
A flaw in logic
Speaking Outline
A basic guideline of the person’s debate.
Verbal sign posting
Words like then, next, after, to help guide the listeners.
Flow
A type of chart where debaters can keep notes
Status Quo
Current state of things
