Debate
- Each team will be represented by one speaker who will present arguments either for or against the proposition. The total time to present arguments will be three minutes. A warning buzzer will be sounded after two and a half minutes.
- A lively refutation, for approximately two minutes will follow each speech, with interjection from among the participants. This will be moderated by the chairperson.
- Marks will be awarded on the basis of content, argument, diction and delivery.
- Awards will be given to the best three speakers for the motion and the best three speakers against the motion.
- Note: Due to the large number of participating teams, there will be one participant per team speaking either for or against the motion, selected by random computer allocation.
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