Debate Guidelines

Classroom Debates

Debate topic:  Feral Cats

Debate Format

4-6 minute Position Presentation - Pro

4-6 minute Position Presentation - Con

3-4 minute Rebuttal - Pro

3-4 minute Rebuttal - Con

1-2 minute Response/Summary- Pro

1-2 minute Response/Summary - Con

Position 1

Postion 2

Rebuttal

Summary

DEBATE BALLOT

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4-6 Minute Position Presentation

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3-4 Minute Rebuttal

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1-2 Minute Response Summary

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            [     ]  Total Points                          [     ]  Total Points

Circle Winner Below:

PRO                                       CON

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