Opening statement 4 min. 6 min . 6 min . Concluding Statement 4 min. Concluding Statement 4 min.
Proponents speak in favor of the resolution, Opponents speak against the resolution.
The Proponents are responsible for defining the terms and stating the issue in their Opening Statement, but if they neglect to do so, the Opponents may define the terms and issues. More than 1 student may speak in each component during the debate. Not all participants must speak, some may research the topic and organize the team. No participant may speak more than once during the debate. The audience o may not make remarks, gestures, or sounds during presentations.