Quick Facts on Public Forum

What is the primary focus of Public Forum Debate?

• Historical events

• Current events

• Scientific discoveries

• Literary analysis

How many speakers are there in a Public Forum Debate team?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

What is the time limit for a constructive speech in Public Forum Debate?

• 4 minutes

• 5 minutes

• 3 minutes

• 2 minutes

What is the purpose of the crossfire period in Public Forum Debate?

• To ask and answer questions

• To summarize arguments

• To prepare for the next speech

• To determine the winner

What is the main goal of the rebuttal speeches in Public Forum Debate?

• To ask questions

• To refute opposing arguments

• To summarize the debate

• To introduce new arguments

What is the difference between public forum and Lincoln-Douglas debates?

• Public vs Private

• Prepared vs Impromptu

• Politic vs Scientific

• Facts vs Value

How do we decide our side?

• Free choice!

• Judge’s Mood!

• Coin Toss!

• Pre-assigned!

What does “status quo” mean?

• In the future

• At this current state

• In the past

• Anytime

How do we show our approval in

British Parliamentary Debate?

• Clap

• Knock on the table

• Nod

• Smile

How are we paired with our opponents?(Preliminary vs Elimination rounds)