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  1. PDF BASIC CASE CONSTRUCTION IN

    Casing Outline Regardless of whether or not you are affirmative or negative, you can use the same outline when writing your case; the only real difference (besides the content of your arguments) will be the length, since it probably isn't strategic to have a six-minute negative case.

  2. Lincoln-Douglas (LD) Debate Format

    This article discusses the LD debate format (round structure), speech times, speaking order, and purpose of every speech in a Lincoln-Douglas debate round.

  3. PDF LINCOLN-DOUGLAS DEBATE

    02 LINCOLN-DOUGLAS DEBATE NATIONA SEEH DEBATE ASSOIATION Association. LD topics change bi-monthly beginning with the September-October topic. Members of the Association vote in advance for the resolutions they would like to debate in the upcoming year. Each resolution is de-fended by one person, the affirmative, and re-

  4. Start Here: Teaching Lincoln-Douglas

    Start Here: Teaching Lincoln-Douglas. Lincoln-Douglas Debate (LD) is a one-on-one event where debaters argue against one another on a specified resolution. Students prepare cases and then engage in an exchange of cross-examinations and rebuttals in an attempt to convince a judge that they are the better debater in the round.

  5. The Ultimate Novice Guide to LD

    The Ultimate Novice Guide to LD The following is a comprehensive guide designed to help those starting out with Lincoln Douglas debate succeed in their first season. This guide covers case structure, cross-examination, rebuttals, inherent side advantages, introductory philosophy, and LD terminology.

  6. How to Write Lincoln Douglas Debate Cases that WIN!

    There isn't much magic in writing a solid Lincoln-Douglas debate case. Once you understand the basic structure (as well as the quick lesson on the logical syllogism), you'll be able to read your ...

  7. Building a Case

    Some Lincoln-Douglas debaters will have more policy-style cases, with extensive use of cards. However, given the activity's emphasis on philosophy and reason, many cases will also have a strong push on analytics, explaining logical reasoning that undergirds cases.

  8. Lincoln Douglas Debate 3.1: Format of an LD Case

    What is Lincoln-Douglas Debate (LD)? With the advent of the Internet, social media, and instant-messaging, many of today's teens are unprepared to go out into the world due to insufficient ...

  9. Building a Case

    An LD case is somewhat of a reflection back on what has already happened in the world, drawing connections as to what may happen in the future as a result. The debater acts sort of like an observer or commentator. The goal of LD is to determine which side accurately represents what we believe or value.

  10. Lincoln-Douglas (LD) Debate First Affirmative Constructive (AC)

    First Affirmative Constructive (1AC) This is the first speech of the debate and is known as the "AC" or "1AC.". Here, the Affirmative (Aff) will present their prewritten case for 6 minutes. They will have a "Framework" (setting up a philosophical way to view the round) and "Contentions" (arguments about the topic that connect ...

  11. Introduction to Lincoln Douglas Debate

    A short introduction to Lincoln Douglas debate. This video covers the basic parts of a case, and explains how an LD round works.

  12. The Lincoln Douglas Debate Format: Speech-by-Speech

    Each style of debate has its own conventions regarding acceptable arguments, time limits, and formats. In this lesson, we will cover the different Lincoln Douglas debate speeches and what types of arguments are expected during each speech.

  13. Speech Order

    Speech Order This lesson will cover what the LD debate format looks like, specifically its speech times and some examples of an LD round being pictured in diagrams. With any sport, activity, game, or competition, there is a set structure as to how things roll.

  14. How to Write a Lincoln Douglas Debate Case

    So you're ready to write your first case! Remember, you should always have a pre-written case for the entire 6 minutes of your 1AC and the first 2-3 minutes of your 1NC. The previous lessons have covered what is needed in general to properly form arguments and prepare you for rounds. All that's left is to put it all together.

  15. PDF LincolnDouglasDebateCaseOutline' Affirmative/Negative' (CircleOne)'

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  16. PDF Microsoft Word

    Lincoln-Douglas debate (more commonly referred to as LD) is a competitive speaking activity that involves two debaters arguing for and against a resolution that is selected by the NFL (National Forensics League) and voted on by coaches. Today, somewhat like the old debates, LD focuses on the conflicting values of social and philosophical issues ...

  17. What is Lincoln-Douglas Debate Format?

    Lincoln-Douglas Debate Format Lincoln-Douglas (LD) debate is the oldest form of American debate, developed in 1858 when two candidates for the U.S. Senate, Abraham Lincoln and Stephen Douglas debated in front of large audiences. Read on to learn about key components of LD format, including its rules and specific procedures which should be followed when taking part in an LD tournament.

  18. PDF Lincoln-Douglas Debate Example

    Lincoln-Douglas Debate Example (Death Penalty Topic) I affirm the resolution that "A just society ought not use the death penalty as a form of punishment.". My value today is Justice. Justice is defined simply and traditionally as giving each their due. Justice within the context of today's debate can be seen as solely retributive insofar ...

  19. Teachers' Day 2024: How to write that perfect speech

    What grabs the eyeballs usually on this day is that perfect Teachers' Day speech. Usually it is the school's 'head boy/ girl' who gets the chance to deliver a Teachers' Day speech in the morning assembly in front of the whole school. Sometimes, different classes also do their separate celebrations with Teachers' Day speeches.

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    Last month, Mr. Trump questioned Ms. Harris's identity as a Black woman, suggesting at a convention of Black journalists that Ms. Harris had used her racial profile as a way to gain a political ...

  22. Lincoln-Douglas (LD) Debate First Negative Constructive (1NC)

    First Negative Constructive (1NC) Following the Neg's cross-examination, the Neg gives their First Negative Constructive (also known as the "NC" or "1NC." The speech is 7 minutes.

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    Around the world, more than 1 billion people have disabilities. That includes 7.5 million U.S. public school students, a full 15% of these learners. Many of these disabilities make reading a serious barrier to student success: vision impairments, dyslexia, specific learning disabilities (the most common among U.S. public school students), and more.

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  25. Arlington cemetery controversy deepens as Trump and Harris trade ...

    Donald Trump on Saturday continued to defend his visit this week to Arlington National Cemetery amid mounting criticism, including from Vice President Kamala Harris, who said the former president ...

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  27. PDF Novice LD Topic Lesson Plans

    3. Students will become more familiar with the ways in which the structure of an LD round influences the content of the arguments that can be presented in a debate.

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  29. Mastering the Rebuttals

    Mastering the Rebuttals. What are rebuttals? These are the speeches that answer the arguments of the opponent, building upon the materials from constructives. First, remember the benefits of diversification. It's less compelling to focus all of your arguments on one part of your opponent's position or to make only one type of argument.

  30. Others Have Politicized Arlington, but Trump's Approach Has No

    Donald J. Trump isn't the first candidate to run afoul of the ban on partisan activity in Arlington National Cemetery. But no one else has responded as hostilely as his campaign has.