When and where did the structure used today first take form?
In England, early 18th century
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Mention two of the fundamental skills necessary to debate
Ability to think critically and analyse a problem, to present your thoughts logically and elegantly, to speak confidently in public and to listen carefully
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lifesaver
Give 25 points!
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rocket
Go to first place!
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gift
Win 20 points!
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baam
Lose 20 points!
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thief
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magnet
Take 5 points!
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fairy
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banana
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What three parts are generally included in a team's presentation?
The introduction, the reasons and the conclusion
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Who were the first civilizations that used debates?
The greek and the Indian
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Where does the word debate come from? (origin)
It comes from the latin verb battere
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What is a debate? A speech, a discussion, a fight
A discussion
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thief
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shark
Other team loses 15 points!
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shark
Other team loses 20 points!
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baam
Lose 25 points!
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How is time allotted to the teams?
Each team is usually given equal time to present their arguments.
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Who is considered the winner in a debate?
The team that has delivered the most cogent and convincing arguments.
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Does the judge have to personally agree with the motion?
No
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What is a motion in a debate?
It's the theme or questions parties discuss about during the debate.