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: Alpacas > Llamas. Agree or disagree?A from : Agree, alpacas are better, just take look at this
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: Can you give me some examples of good debate strategies, please?A from
: Here are some that I would recommend;)Research: Do your research and gather as much information as possible about the topic at hand. This will help you to make informed arguments and respond to counterarguments.
Understand your opponent's argument: It's important to understand your opponent's point of view to effectively counter their arguments. Take the time to consider their perspective and anticipate their rebuttals.
Use logic and reasoning(think-out-of-the-box): Use logical reasoning to support your arguments. This involves making a clear, well-reasoned case, with evidence that supports your claims.
Appeal to emotions: Strategically use emotions to appeal to the audience's feelings. This can help you to make a more compelling case.
Stay calm and composed: It's important to stay calm and composed during the debate, even if your opponent is getting emotional or aggressive. This will help you to stay focused and make better arguments.
Use rhetorical devices: Use rhetorical devices such as analogies, metaphors, and rhetorical questions to make your arguments more compelling and memorable.
Practice active listening: Be an active listener by paying attention to what your opponent is saying and responding thoughtfully to their points.
Stay organized: Organize your thoughts and arguments beforehand, and have a clear idea of the points you want to make. Use humor: Use humor in a strategic way to disarm your opponent or make your points more memorable.
Keep the debate focused: Stay focused on the topic at hand, and avoid getting sidetracked by irrelevant arguments or personal attacks.
After all: Try your best that you could do;)
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: Specifically referring to IC 2023, can we still do our research on the internet to prepare for our speech while the opposite side is speaking? Or do we have to finish everything in 10min in the beginning?A from
: Not just in IC 2023, but also in WSC. Between speakers, you guys will have 1 minute to discuss rebuttals, or you can use this time to finish your speech while listening to your friends rebuttals ideas. too!Q from
: Jerry or normal alpacas?A from
: Jerry, they're bigger so my cats (eight of them, a whole "division")won't have any chance to take a bite in his neck or bring him to somewhere I don't even know about:)Lastly, Q from
: where is the sauceA from
: No comment.Thank you, guys, so much for those lovely and weird questions, see ya tomorrow:)