The right way to start a debate will help you win the debate.Prepare an opening that will win people over before your debate.
Step 1: A captivating story is what you should tell.
This can be a personal anecdote about why you are passionate about the topic, a wisdom tale about another person who the audience can learn from, or a historic event that captures the key points of your argument.The essence of your debate should be captured in your story.The challenges you have faced in relation to the topic could be explored.As a person who suffers from seizures, medical marijuana was a saving grace.It was worth the risk for my family and I to move to the country in order for me to be treated.My seizures went from five a day to one a week.
Step 2: Ask a rhetorical question.
When rhetorical questions are delivered well, they can persuade an audience to side with you.While directing attention to your topic, you want the audience to silently answer the question.Ask a question that will convince your audience that you share the same beliefs as them.If you want to see a loved one suffer for no reason at all, you can ask.
Step 3: A shocking figure.
Your argument's main purpose should be related to your statistics.The impact of the statistics can convince your audience to side with you.A billion tons of plastic are floating in the ocean.That is enough plastic to make an island the size of Hawaii.
Step 4: You can use a powerful quote.
Credibility is gained by using quotes in a speech.You are knowledgeable about the topic.Your quote should be relevant to the audience.Try to quote people that your audience knows.Imagine you are giving a speech about why you don't like higher education.Mark Twain once said, "Don't let school interfere with your education."
Step 5: A prop or visual aid can be used.
The essence of your argument can be captured by a picture, video, or object.A creative visual aid increases comprehension of the issue, adds aesthetic appeal, and engages your audience's imagination.It will make the message more memorable.If you are arguing that climate change is real, you should show a before and after picture of a glacier that has been affected by excessive amounts of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.
Step 6: Determine definitions.
The first speaker needs to explain the key terms in the debate.Key terms that the audience might not know are defined.Look up the definitions of the key terms in the dictionaries.Pick the most appropriate definition for each word.A definition that is neutral and conventional is what you want.Your definitions can be different.Examples of how the concept applies to the real world can be found intextualized definitions.A contextualized definition of money would show that money is used to buy food and gas.
Step 7: Discuss your position's case.
You need to tell the audience what you and your group will be arguing about after defining the key terms.Reinforce your position in a variety of ways.My team and I will show you the benefits of marijuana.Thousands of patients, including young children, who suffer from seizures, find relief in the use of marijuana.Studies show that marijuana reduces seizures by 80%.The side effects of conventional forms of medication used to treat seizures, particularly for children, are more severe than those of medical marijuana.Medicinal marijuana is a practical, safe, and cost-effective solution for patients and their families.
Step 8: Define a policy.
The proposition on how to address the problem you are debating should be included in your team's argument.Debating teams define a policy that they want to act on.The core component of the policy should be outlined by the first speaker.The basis of your policy should be policies that have already been enacted.You can point out that the ban on using cellphones while driving is similar to the prohibition on drinking and driving.There are three important reasons why the policy is needed or needs to change.
Step 9: The audience was greeted by the greeter.
greet your audienceIt shows that you are serious about the topic when you greet your audience.It shows you care about your audience's opinion.greet your audience by saying good morningGood morning teachers and students are the topic of today's debate.Thank you for coming to the debate.The topic is student parking.
Step 10: Tell me what you are arguing about.
Your team's argument should be concisely stated after you greet your audience.If you have too many words in your statement, the audience will lose interest.Explain the speakers' roles to your audience.Explain the speakers' roles by saying, "As the first speaker, we believe enrolled students should not have to pay for a parking pass to park on campus."The supporting reasons for our argument will be explained by our second speaker.
Step 11: Eye contact with audience members is important.
Make eye contact with people in the audience.You can read their facial expressions by making eye contact.You will be able to make your argument more persuasive by connecting with audience members on a personal level.At the end of a sentence, keep eye contact with the audience.Hold eye contact with an individual for three to five seconds, then move on to someone else.
Step 12: Speak slowly and clearly.
Remember to breathe while you speak.After you finish a sentence, take a deep breath, and then move on to the next sentence.Remember to take a break.Pauses allow you to catch your breath and plan what to say next.Your audience can process what you just said.