Debate Vocab

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What is an argument?

Back

Building blocks of debate.

Front

Claim definition

Back

Specific point you are trying to make

Front

What is a Warrant?

Back

Reasons for a claim

Front

Proof/Evidence

Back

Information supporting a claim.

Front

Testimonial evidence?

Back

Evidence from an expert.

Front

Statistics evidence:

Back

measurements, numbers, and percentages

Front

Personal or anecdotal refers to:

Back

first-hand experiences or observations from the debater.

Front

Affirmative side:

Back

argues in favor of the resolution

Front

Affirmative constructive:

Back

State the resolution and relevant definitions.

Front

Affirmative Rebuttal

Back

uses different evidence and reasoning from the A to 2A