Basic Debating Skills

Question 1

what you actually say in the debate. The arguments used to develop your own side’s case and rebut the opposite side’s.

Answer 1

Content

Question 2

It is also known as proposition or resolution, is a statement that usually sets the topic for the given debate.

Answer 2

Motion

Question 3

serves as the focal point of the debate,

Answer 3

Motion

Question 4

It is the argument that you intend to make in the debate.
It is typically directed at answering a specific question or supporting a specific claim.

Answer 4

Case

Question 5

It is the presentation of evidence or reasoning meant to weaken or undermine an opponent’s claim.
Response to someone else’s arguments

Answer 5

Rebuttal