Bolivar High School Invitational
2021 — Bolivar, MO/US
Prelim Extemp Questions and Procedures
Coaches are to provide their students with three options at random. A student's video submission will be viewed for rounds 1 and 2.
DX Questions
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What are the potential consequences of Jack Dorsey’s resignation from Twitter?
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What steps can be taken to curb sex trafficking in the US?
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Have meaningful changes been made in the detention of migrants in the U.S?
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Should the US expand relations with other nations to secure our stellar assets?
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Should drones be used more in US military missions?
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Are political polling tactics losing their effectiveness?
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What can Jerome Powell do to improve the Federal Reserve’s public image in his next term?
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What measures can be taken to hold representatives accountable for divisive actions?
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What are the most significant actions that can be taken to improve the lives of US Veterans?
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How can the US improve its supply chain security amidst a global supply chain crisis?
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What is the best measure of US Economic success: GDP, Unemployment, or Stock Performance?
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What steps does the US take to improve its immigration policy?
IX Questions
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Will there be more positive or negative consequences of the recent Iranian Nuclear talks?
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What economic and political effects are being felt due to the deforestation of the Amazon?
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Would an improved alliance with Lebanon benefit Saudi Arabia?
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What is the likely outcome of Aung San Suu Kyi’s upcoming trial?
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What steps can Ukraine take to ensure its security against recent Russian aggression?
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How does the US ensure it avoids military entanglement due to alliances and security relationships?
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Are sanctions an antiquated diplomatic tool?
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Are recent elections in Chile and Venezuela democratically legitimate?
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Are Sub-Saharan African nations becoming more legitimately governed?
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What laws should the international community pursue for space exploration and engagement?
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How should the international community respond to Chinese actions in the Arctic?
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How do travel bans help fight against Covid-19 and possible variants?