Vocab 1 Flashcards
Affirmative
The side that favors (affirms) the resolution for debate. Convince judge your value is best.
Analysis
Process of breaking down an idea or proposition into its elements.
Argument
A conclusion supported by a reason documented by evidence.
Block
A prepared set of arguments relating to a single point.
Brief
An outline of arguments; may be affirmative or negative
Burden of Proof
The obligation to present a prima facie case (presumption).
Case
A senators basic position showing why their value is best.
Clash
The process of meeting and dealing with an opposing argument directly.
Constructive
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.
Contention
A subdivision of an issue; argument essential to support a position on a speech, excluding the first affirmative.
Prima Facie
Latin phrase meaning “at first look.” A case that one man would find reasonable to accept at first study.
Proposition
A debatable statement; open to interpretation; accept arguments on either side; 3 types are fact, value, and policy.
Ramifications (impacts)
Result of accepting a value and not accepting a value. Similar to idea of impact in policy debate.
Reasoning
Drawing appropriate conclusions based on evidence. 2 types: inductive and deductive.
Rebuttal
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.
Refutation
Process of attacking and destroying opposing arguments.
Resolution
Proposition stated in the form of a motion.
Shift
To abandon an original position and take up a different one.
Speaker Points
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.
Speaker Ranks
Ranks given to a debater in a debate round. Ranked 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th. No ties. Does not apply to Lincoln-Douglas debate.
Value
Worth or usefulness of a thing, concept, or object. Ex: Justice, freedom, common good, liberty.
Crystallize
Summing up the debate, addressing the most important arguments, and offering voting issues.
Kritiks
Argument against a stock argument
Voting Issues
Repeated issues that come up during the debate.
Flow
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.
