Debate format

A coin will be flipped to see which side of the debate goes first.

Part I:
1. First constructive argument from Team A. (3 minutes)
2. First constructive argument from Team B. (3 minutes)
3. Second constructive argument from Team A. (3 minutes)
4. Second constructive argument from Team B. (3 minutes)

*If there are 3 people on each team, then there will be three constructive arguments, 2 minutes each.

(2 minutes) for both sides to discuss strategy for rebuttal.

Part II:
Crossfire/Rebuttal:
During this period, participants challenge and rebut the points made by the opposition. They may ask and answer questions during this time. This is an open format but all debaters must be respectful to each other. (15 minutes)

(1 minute) to prepare the closing statement.

Part III:
Closing statement: One person from each team summarizes their position on the debate (2 minutes each side).

Total time:  34 minutes