2nd Annual BRMHS Speech and Debate Invitational NIETOC ONLINE
2021 — Online, LA/US
Public Forum Debate
Abbreviation
PFD
Format
Debate
Entry Fee
$12.00
Overall Entry Limit
30
Entry Limit Per School
3
Entry
2 competitors per entry
Event Description:
Public Forum involves opposing teams of two, debating a topic concerning a current event. Proceeding a coin toss, the winners choose which side to debate (PRO or CON) or which speaker position they prefer (1st or 2nd), and the other team receives the remaining option. Students present cases, engage in rebuttal and refutation, and also participate in a “crossfire” (similar to a cross examination) with the opportunity to question the opposing team. Often times community members are recruited to judge this event.