| Term | Definition |
|---|
| Proposition | A Statement expressing the topic of the debate (A.K.A. Resolution), a task to be dealt with |
| Constructive Case | Aguments that bulid (construct) your case |
| Rebuttle | Overcoming your oppenents' arguments while continuing to build and reexplain your case |
| Time Rules | The amount of time given to each part of the debate |
| Logos | Logic |
| Pathos | Emotion |
| Ethos | Integrity, ethics pack with facts, anecdotes, rase studies, etc. and cite sources. show your sources have integrity |
| Reason | A rational motive for a belief or action, sound judgement |
| Rational | Wise, judicious; not absured or foolish. consistent with logic |
| Logic | Sound thinking; think that makes sense |
| Reasoning | Abstract thought |
| Syllogism | An argument made by series of statements (Premise, Premise, Conclusion) |
| Analogy | A comparison between the similarities of two things |
| Reasoning By Analogy | Drawing conclusions from similar situations |
| Resolution | Another name for proposition |
| Invalid | An illogical conclusion |
| Valid | A logical Conclusion |
| Recuse | To excuse self due to possible bias |
| Affirmitive | Argues in favor of proposition |
| Negative | Argues against proposition |
| Impartial | Not favoring one side or the other |
| Cite Sources | A way to show your trustworhty |
| Bias | Preference that prevents being impartial |
| Premise | Statement presumed to be true |
Combine with other sets
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