Debate Structure and Techniques

Dr. David and Structure Sam guide students through organizing a speech, covering introductions, body, and conclusions. They emphasize enumeration and signposting to help audiences follow along. The lesson concludes with a recap and hints at more advanced techniques.

What is the primary role of the debate super team?

• To entertain the audience

• To develop debate skills

• To provide technical support

• To judge the debate

What are the three main parts of a speech according to Structure Sam?

• Introduction, Argument, Summary

• Greeting, Discussion, Farewell

• Introduction, Body, Conclusion

• Opening, Middle, Closing

What should be included in the introduction of a speech?

• A joke to engage the audience

• A detailed history of the topic

• Self-introduction, topic introduction, and preview

• A summary of the entire speech

Why is enumeration important in a speech?

• It helps the audience follow the speech

• It confuses the opponents

• It makes the speech longer

• It impresses the judges

What is the role of the first speaker in the body of a speech?

• To summarize the debate

• To define and frame the topic and deliver arguments

• To provide rebuttals

• To introduce the team members

What should the second speaker focus on in their speech?

• Introducing new arguments

• Providing rebuttals and delivering arguments

• Summarizing the team's stance

• Asking questions to the audience

What is the main task of the third speaker in a debate?

• To entertain the audience

• To conclude the debate

• To introduce the debate topic

• To rebuild arguments and provide rebuttals

What is the purpose of the conclusion in a speech?

• To entertain the audience

• To reiterate the stance and urge support

• To introduce new arguments

• To provide a detailed history of the topic

How should a speaker end their speech?

• By asking the audience questions

• With a joke

• With a brief statement indicating the end

• By introducing a new argument

What is the final step after mastering the basic speech structure?

• Creating a visual presentation

• Writing a detailed essay

• Participating in a debate

• Learning more complex structures