Debate Research and Speech Preparation

Nathan Fair guides viewers on how to effectively research for debates or tournaments. He outlines steps from initial understanding of the topic to finding arguments and reliable sources. The video emphasizes the importance of preparing questions, structuring speeches, and practicing. Nathan also encourages viewers to engage with his channel and blog for more resources.

What is the main focus of Nathan Fair's video?

• How to cook a meal

• How to research for a debate or tournament

• How to play a musical instrument

• How to write a novel

What is the first step in researching for a debate according to Nathan?

• Interviewing experts

• Understanding the topic through general sources

• Writing a speech

• Practicing public speaking

Which website does Nathan mention as a resource for understanding both sides of an argument?

• Wikipedia

• YouTube

• Google Scholar

• ProCon.org

What type of sources does Nathan recommend using for research?

• Biased sources

• Social media posts

• Unverified blogs

• Unbiased sources

What is one purpose of preparing questions for a debate?

• To trick the opponent

• To entertain the judges

• To confuse the audience

• To build on your speech

What should be included in a speech to make it compelling?

• Jokes and humor

• Personal anecdotes

• A mix of data, warrants, and impacts

• Only data points

Why is it important to have backup contentions in a debate?

• To confuse the opponent

• In case one is refuted

• To impress the judges

• To fill time

What does Nathan suggest doing after organizing your speech?

• Share it on social media

• Practice repeatedly

• Submit it for publication

• Forget about it

What milestone did Nathan recently achieve?

• 10 subscribers

• 100 subscribers

• 50 subscribers

• 20 subscribers

What new development does Nathan mention about his blog?

• It launched a new app

• It was sold to a media company

• It became an official nonprofit

• It became a for-profit company