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Test Your PF Debate Skills: PF Basics, Argument Structure, Evidence, and Sources.

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Froggy Jumps Public Forum Debate EssentialsOnline version Test Your PF Debate Skills: PF Basics, Argument Structure, Evidence, and Sources. by Nathan Beuttenmueller 1 What are the elements of a strong argument in Debate? a Evidence, Logic, Consequence b Thesis, Reason, Result c Claim, Warrant, Evidence 2 In PF Debate, what is the purpose of the Constructive Speeches (or Opening Statements)? a Deliver a bullet point "summary" of coming arguments b "Frame" the resolution, define terms, and lay out essential claims c Summarize the "main ideas" from the prior speech 3 How many crossfire sessions occur in PF per round? a Three crossfires b One crossfire c Two crossfires 4 What is "crystallization" in PF debate? a Clarify and prioritize key arguments for the judge b Clarify the opponents' points during Crossfire c Choose just the right words, so your speech seems to shine like a diamond 5 Which is NOT a PF resolution type mentioned in the Guide to Public Forum (packet)? a Fact resolution b Value resolution c Continuing resolution 6 In PF, what does the Final Focus speech do for your team? a Responds to lingering misunderstandings from Crossfire questions b Attempts to persuade the judge with a summary of the strongest points from your side c Provides one last chance to present new evidence for your claims 7 What is a 'two-by-two' construction in PF arguments? a Two teams, Two speeches per team b Two minutes per argument, Two minutes per Crossfire c Two arguments, Two warrants per argument 8 What should a PF Rebuttal aim to do? a Support your case with new claims, new evidence, new warrants b Focus on your own arguments, and reply to your opponents' arguments if you have time c Refute opponents' arguments and defend your case 9 What is evidence/data in an argument? a A well-formed personal opinion b Whatever you say it is, if you can convince the judge c Research used to support the warrant 10 What is a warrant in argumentation? a A document justifying the arrest of a suspect b Logical reason why the claim is true c A piece of data you can connect to your claim 11 What does 'flowing' serve to do in a debate round? a Identify weak points in the opponent's use of prep time b Keep track of arguments and responses during the round c Track time to keep your team ahead 12 What is "impact" in an argument? a The trustworthiness of the person who said it b Why the argument matters c The volume of your speech 13 What is the typical PF speech order? a Constructive, Rebuttal, Crossfire, Final Phase b Crossfire, Summary, Restatements, Final Focus c Constructive, Rebuttal, Summary, Final Focus 14 Which of these IS a feature of Crossfire? a Micro-speeches b Questions and answers between teams c Tricking your opponent 15 What should you do in preparation time in PF? a Coordinate with partner on potential arguments b Ask for extra prep time from judge c Write a whole new case 16 What is a 'tagline' in PF arguments? a The key claim from the text b The opening sentence labeling the argument c The evidence citation in MLA format 17 What is the role of the judge in PF rounds? a Check evidence logs prior to each round, File paperwork after b Keep the time, Track the speeches c Assess the strength of arguments designate a winning team 18 What defines the type of resolution called a "fact resolution" in PF? a Questions of value b Verifiable statements c Legal decisions 19 What is the PF case's two primary goals for the audience? a Win, don't lose b Ignore the opposition c Educate and persuade 20 What should a PF introduction avoid? a Relation to the resolution b Clear definitions c Overloading with jargon; keep clear framing 21 What is a 'rebuttal' in PF? a Opening case only b First chance to respond to opponent’s arguments c Third summary of your case 22 What is 'signposting' in PF? a Signaling the end of round b Indicating flow in a rebuttal c Marking evidence source 23 How should a PF case label its arguments? a Only titles; no numbers b Spontaneous labeling during speech c With a clear claim and numbering 24 What should you prioritize in a PF crystallization phase? a Extending prep time indefinitely b Adding new arguments c Weighing the arguments and voting reasons 25 What is the 'roadmap' in PF speeches? a Brief outline of what you’ll cover b A list of sources c The final focus’s full content 26 What is a 'case construction' emphasis in PF? a Speed-only delivery b Clarity and accessibility for the judge c Exclusively data-heavy content 27 Why is evidence methodology discussed in PF prep? a To overwhelm with quotes b To defend and critique evidence effectively c To memorize sources only 28 What is implied by a 'policy resolution' in PF? a Declaring a non-action position b Advocating a specific action or policy c Expressing opinion only

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by Nathan Beuttenmueller

What are the elements of a strong argument in Debate?

In PF Debate, what is the purpose of the Constructive Speeches (or Opening Statements)?

How many crossfire sessions occur in PF per round?

What is "crystallization" in PF debate?

Which is NOT a PF resolution type mentioned in the Guide to Public Forum (packet)?

In PF, what does the Final Focus speech do for your team?

What is a 'two-by-two' construction in PF arguments?

What should a PF Rebuttal aim to do?

What is evidence/data in an argument?

What is a warrant in argumentation?

What does 'flowing' serve to do in a debate round?

What is "impact" in an argument?

What is the typical PF speech order?

Which of these IS a feature of Crossfire?

What should you do in preparation time in PF?

What is a 'tagline' in PF arguments?

What is the role of the judge in PF rounds?

What defines the type of resolution called a "fact resolution" in PF?

What is the PF case's two primary goals for the audience?

What should a PF introduction avoid?

What is a 'rebuttal' in PF?

What is 'signposting' in PF?

How should a PF case label its arguments?

What should you prioritize in a PF crystallization phase?

What is the 'roadmap' in PF speeches?

What is a 'case construction' emphasis in PF?

Why is evidence methodology discussed in PF prep?

What is implied by a 'policy resolution' in PF?