Debate Code of Conduct

What is the predetermined speaking time for position presentations in the debate?

• 3 minutes

• 5 minutes

• 10 minutes

• 15 minutes

Answer explanation

Each team is given specific time slots (5 minutes for position

presentations, 3 minutes for rebuttals, 5 minutes for questioning each other, and 3 minutes

for closing statements).

In which order do the teams present their positions in the debate?

• Pro Team first, Con Team second

• Con Team first, Pro Team second

• Both teams present simultaneously

• The order is determined randomly

Answer explanation

Speaking Order: The order of the debate is predetermined and goes as follows:

a) Pro Team presents their position

b) Con Team offers a rebuttal

c) Con Team presents their position

d) Pro Team offers a rebuttal

e) Both teams have a session to question each other

f) Both teams make their closing statements, with the Con Team going first, followed by the Pro Team.

What is the rule regarding interruptions during someone else's turn to speak?

• Interruptions are allowed if the speaker goes off-topic.

• Interruptions are allowed if the speaker exceeds their time limit.

• Interruptions are allowed if the opposing team disagrees with the speaker's argument.

• No interruptions are allowed under any circumstances.

Which of the following is a requirement regarding participants' behavior in the debate? (Select all that apply)

• Maintaining a respectful attitude

• Respecting opponents, judges, and audience members

• Engaging in personal attacks

• Avoiding disrespectful language or behavior

Judges will consider arguments and evidence that are irrelevant to the topic of the debate.

• True

• False

What is the rule regarding the use of information and evidence in the debate?

• Participants can make up information if it supports their argument.

• Participants must use reliable and trustworthy sources.

• False evidence can be presented as long as it strengthens the team's position.

• Participants can use any information they find, regardless of its reliability.

What must rebuttals address in a debate?

• The opposing team's arguments

• The speaker's own arguments

• The judge's feedback

What is the expectation for questions during the question period of the debate?

• Questions can be about any topic, as long as it helps prove a point.

• Questions should be disrespectful and provocative.

• Questions should be relevant to the debate topic and arguments presented.

What is the consequence of plagiarizing sources in a debate?

• A warning will be issued.

• Points will be deducted from the team's score.

• The team will be given extra time to gather proper citations.

• The team will be disqualified.

Answer explanation

In the context of a debate, plagiarism refers to the act of presenting someone else's arguments, evidence, or ideas as your own without proper attribution or acknowledgment. It involves taking credit for the work or thoughts of others and passing them off as original contributions in the debate.

How should participants respond to the judge's decision?

• Contest the decision with strong arguments.

• Accept the decision gracefully, regardless of the outcome.

• Appeal the decision if you do not agree with it.

• Look for opportunities to get one final argument in to sway the vote.