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I always run out of time in my debate speeches.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I always run out of time in my debate speeches. ### Response: Work on improving your efficiency in answering and extending arguments. Write blocks or extensions so you can make arguments effectively and efficiently.	Work on improving your efficiency in answering and extending arguments. Write blocks or extensions so you can make arguments effectively and efficiently.
How can I be more efficient in my debate speeches?	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: How can I be more efficient in my debate speeches? ### Response: Write blocks or extensions so you can make arguments effectively and efficiently.	Write blocks or extensions so you can make arguments effectively and efficiently.
My debate constructive is weak. How can I improve it?	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: My debate constructive is weak. How can I improve it? ### Response: Make sure you have a clear link chain that leads to a large impact. Additionally, read contentions that are difficult to answer.	Make sure you have a clear link chain that leads to a large impact. Additionally, read contentions that are difficult to answer.
How can I improve my strategy in debate?	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: How can I improve my strategy in debate? ### Response: Try to collapse on contentions that you are winning on, and go for arguments your opponents didn't answer well.	Try to collapse on contentions that you are winning on, and go for arguments your opponents didn't answer well.
How do you cut cards in debate?	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: How do you cut cards in debate? ### Response: First, you find an article on the internet. Next, you copy-paste a portion of that article on a document and highlight the portions you want to read. Finally, add a citation and a summary of the card (also known as the tagline) above the evidence.	First, you find an article on the internet. Next, you copy-paste a portion of that article on a document and highlight the portions you want to read. Finally, add a citation and a summary of the card (also known as the tagline) above the evidence.
I am struggling with cutting cards in debate.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I am struggling with cutting cards in debate. ### Response: First, you find an article on the internet. Next, you copy-paste a portion of that article on a document and highlight the portions you want to read. Finally, add a citation and a summary of the card (also known as the tagline) above the evidence.	First, you find an article on the internet. Next, you copy-paste a portion of that article on a document and highlight the portions you want to read. Finally, add a citation and a summary of the card (also known as the tagline) above the evidence.
How can I find a good article to use for cutting my card in debate?	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: How can I find a good article to use for cutting my card in debate? ### Response: Use specific keyword that will narrow down your search. Additionally, use search engine optimizations to produce better search results.	Use specific keyword that will narrow down your search. Additionally, use search engine optimizations to produce better search results.
I am struggling to find a good article for my debate evidence.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I am struggling to find a good article for my debate evidence. ### Response: Use specific keyword that will narrow down your search. Additionally, use search engine optimizations to produce better search results.	Use specific keyword that will narrow down your search. Additionally, use search engine optimizations to produce better search results.
How do I create a citation for debate evidence?	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: How do I create a citation for debate evidence? ### Response: Debate citations need to include the author name, full date, author qualifications, article title, and a link to the webiste. However, in your speech, you only need to say the author's last name and date.	Debate citations need to include the author name, full date, author qualifications, article title, and a link to the webiste. However, in your speech, you only need to say the author's last name and date.
I am not sure how to create a debate citation.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I am not sure how to create a debate citation. ### Response: Debate citations need to include the author name, full date, author qualifications, article title, and a link to the webiste. However, in your speech, you only need to say the author's last name and date.	Debate citations need to include the author name, full date, author qualifications, article title, and a link to the webiste. However, in your speech, you only need to say the author's last name and date.
How can I improve my impact weighing in debate?	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: How can I improve my impact weighing in debate? ### Response: To win impact weighing, explain why your impact is better than their impact on a certain metric (such as probability, magnitude, timeframe, reversibility, etc.). Additionally, you should explain why the metric you compared on is better than other metrics your opponents might use to compare your impacts.	To win impact weighing, explain why your impact is better than their impact on a certain metric (such as probability, magnitude, timeframe, reversibility, etc.). Additionally, you should explain why the metric you compared on is better than other metrics your opponents might use to compare your impacts.
I am bad at impact weighing in debate.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I am bad at impact weighing in debate. ### Response: To win impact weighing, explain why your impact is better than their impact on a certain metric (such as probability, magnitude, timeframe, reversibility, etc.). Additionally, you should explain why the metric you compared on is better than other metrics your opponents might use to compare your impacts.	To win impact weighing, explain why your impact is better than their impact on a certain metric (such as probability, magnitude, timeframe, reversibility, etc.). Additionally, you should explain why the metric you compared on is better than other metrics your opponents might use to compare your impacts.
What should I do in the 1AR of a debate round?	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What should I do in the 1AR of a debate round? ### Response: In the 1AR, focus on defending your case from the NR responses, and then respond to the off-case positions your opponent read in the NR.	In the 1AR, focus on defending your case from the NR responses, and then respond to the off-case positions your opponent read in the NR.
I am not sure what to do in the 1AR of Lincoln Douglas Debate.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I am not sure what to do in the 1AR of Lincoln Douglas Debate. ### Response: In the 1AR, focus on defending your case from the NR responses, and then respond to the off-case positions your opponent read in the NR.	In the 1AR, focus on defending your case from the NR responses, and then respond to the off-case positions your opponent read in the NR.
Can you explain how counterplans work in debate?	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Can you explain how counterplans work in debate? ### Response: In debate, the negative can offer a counterplan to implement instead of the affirmative's plan. Becuase the negative's burden is to prove why you should not pass the plan, offering a counterplan fulfulls that requirement, for you are ultimately not passing the plan.	In debate, the negative can offer a counterplan to implement instead of the affirmative's plan. Becuase the negative's burden is to prove why you should not pass the plan, offering a counterplan fulfulls that requirement, for you are ultimately not passing the plan.
I do not know what counterplans are in debate.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I do not know what counterplans are in debate. ### Response: In debate, the negative can offer a counterplan to implement instead of the affirmative's plan. Becuase the negative's burden is to prove why you should not pass the plan, offering a counterplan fulfulls that requirement, for you are ultimately not passing the plan.	In debate, the negative can offer a counterplan to implement instead of the affirmative's plan. Becuase the negative's burden is to prove why you should not pass the plan, offering a counterplan fulfulls that requirement, for you are ultimately not passing the plan.
What is parameterizing the resolution mean in debate?	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: What is parameterizing the resolution mean in debate? ### Response: In debate, the affirmative can choose to defend only part of the resolution. When they do so, it is known as parameterizing the resolution.	In debate, the affirmative can choose to defend only part of the resolution. When they do so, it is known as parameterizing the resolution.
I do not know what parameterizing the resoluion is in debate.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I do not know what parameterizing the resoluion is in debate. ### Response: In debate, the affirmative can choose to defend only part of the resolution. When they do so, it is known as parameterizing the resolution.	In debate, the affirmative can choose to defend only part of the resolution. When they do so, it is known as parameterizing the resolution.
How can I be compelling in front of a lay judge?	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: How can I be compelling in front of a lay judge? ### Response: Try to speak clearly, read convincing arguments, and utilize cross-examination to point our flaws in your opponent's case.	Try to speak clearly, read convincing arguments, and utilize cross-examination to point our flaws in your opponent's case.
I am struggling with constructing clear and concise arguments.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: A debater is struggling with constructing clear and concise arguments. ### Response: Emphasize the significance of structuring arguments with a clear thesis, main points, and supporting evidence.	Provide guidance on the importance of structuring arguments with a clear thesis, main points, and supporting evidence.
I want advice on improving my rebuttal skills in Lincoln-Douglas debate.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I want advice on improving my rebuttal skills in Lincoln-Douglas debate. ### Response: Analyze your opponent's arguments, identify key weaknesses, and deliver impactful rebuttals.	Analyze your opponent's arguments, identify key weaknesses, and deliver impactful rebuttals.
I am unsure how to engage with evidence in Public Forum debate.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I am unsure how to engage with evidence in Public Forum debate. ### Response: Integrate evidence seamlessly by providing context and explaining its relevance to your arguments. Anticipate potential counterarguments to the evidence and be prepared to defend its credibility.	Integrate evidence seamlessly by providing context and explaining its relevance to your arguments. Anticipate potential counterarguments to the evidence and be prepared to defend its credibility.
I face difficulty in adapting to different debate styles.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I face difficulty in adapting to different debate styles. ### Response: Familiarize yourself with the specific rules and expectations of different debate formats. Develop a versatile strategy that can be adapted to suit the requirements of Lincoln-Douglas and Public Forum debates.	Familiarize yourself with the specific rules and expectations of different debate formats. Develop a versatile strategy that can be adapted to suit the requirements of Lincoln-Douglas and Public Forum debates.
I struggle with fluency and delivery in speeches.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I struggle with fluency and delivery in speeches. ### Response: Practice your speeches with a focus on pacing, intonation, and clarity. Record yourself and identify areas for improvement. Additionally, work on maintaining eye contact with the audience to enhance your overall delivery.	Practice your speeches with a focus on pacing, intonation, and clarity. Record yourself and identify areas for improvement. Additionally, work on maintaining eye contact with the audience to enhance your overall delivery.
I struggle with effectively cross-examining opponents.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I struggle with effectively cross-examining opponents. ### Response: During cross-examination, ask strategic questions that force your opponent to clarify their position or reveal weaknesses in their arguments. Listen actively to their responses and be ready to exploit any inconsistencies.	During cross-examination, ask strategic questions that force your opponent to clarify their position or reveal weaknesses in their arguments. Listen actively to their responses and be ready to exploit any inconsistencies.
I want advice on incorporating ethical considerations into their arguments.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I want advice on incorporating ethical considerations into their arguments. ### Response: Integrate ethical principles into your arguments by considering the moral implications of your case. Explain how your position aligns with ethical values and why it should be considered the most morally sound option.	Integrate ethical principles into your arguments by considering the moral implications of your case. Explain how your position aligns with ethical values and why it should be considered the most morally sound option.
I struggle with adapting to different judge preferences.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I struggle with adapting to different judge preferences. ### Response: Research judges' backgrounds to understand their preferences and biases. Adapt your argumentation style to align with their preferences while remaining true to the core principles of your case.	Research judges' backgrounds to understand their preferences and biases. Adapt your argumentation style to align with their preferences while remaining true to the core principles of your case.
I face challenges in engaging the audience during speeches.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I face challenges in engaging the audience during speeches. ### Response: Connect with the audience by incorporating storytelling into your speeches. Pose rhetorical questions and encourage audience interaction to maintain interest. Tailor your content to resonate with the values and experiences of the audience.	Connect with the audience by incorporating storytelling into your speeches. Pose rhetorical questions and encourage audience interaction to maintain interest. Tailor your content to resonate with the values and experiences of the audience.
I struggle with finding credible sources for their arguments.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I struggle with finding credible sources for their arguments. ### Response: Utilize reliable databases such as academic journals, government publications, and reputable news sources. Evaluate sources for credibility by considering the author's expertise, publication date, and the overall reliability of the information.	Utilize reliable databases such as academic journals, government publications, and reputable news sources. Evaluate sources for credibility by considering the author's expertise, publication date, and the overall reliability of the information.
I want advice on maintaining composure during intense crossfire questioning.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I want advice on maintaining composure during intense crossfire questioning. ### Response: Stay calm and focused during crossfire by taking a moment to breathe before responding. Address questions with confidence, and if needed, gracefully redirect the conversation back to the key points of your case.	Stay calm and focused during crossfire by taking a moment to breathe before responding. Address questions with confidence, and if needed, gracefully redirect the conversation back to the key points of your case.
I need help in understanding and countering complex philosophical arguments.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I need help in understanding and countering complex philosophical arguments. ### Response: Break down complex philosophical arguments into manageable components. Respond systematically by addressing each component individually, using clear and concise language. Don't be afraid to ask for clarification if certain points are unclear.	Break down complex philosophical arguments into manageable components. Respond systematically by addressing each component individually, using clear and concise language. Don't be afraid to ask for clarification if certain points are unclear.
I am unfamiliar with how to run a theory argument in a debate round.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I am unfamiliar with how to run a theory argument in a debate round. ### Response: When running a theory argument, clearly articulate the violation, explain its significance, and propose a fair and educational solution. Provide warranted reasons for why the violation is abusive and disrupts the integrity of the debate.	When running a theory argument, clearly articulate the violation, explain its significance, and propose a fair and educational solution. Provide warranted reasons for why the violation is abusive and disrupts the integrity of the debate.
I want advice on crafting a kritik case for the first time.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I want advice on crafting a kritik case for the first time. ### Response: In developing a kritik case, identify the underlying assumptions of the affirmative case and link them to broader philosophical or structural issues. Articulate how these assumptions perpetuate harmful systems and advocate for a paradigm shift.	In developing a kritik case, identify the underlying assumptions of the affirmative case and link them to broader philosophical or structural issues. Articulate how these assumptions perpetuate harmful systems and advocate for a paradigm shift.
I am struggling with responding to framework arguments against their kritik.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I am struggling with responding to framework arguments against their kritik. ### Response: When responding to framework arguments, challenge the assumptions behind their framework and argue for the importance of considering alternative ways of understanding and engaging with the resolution. Highlight the educational value of kritikal debate.	When responding to framework arguments, challenge the assumptions behind their framework and argue for the importance of considering alternative ways of understanding and engaging with the resolution. Highlight the educational value of kritikal debate.
I am unsure how to link their kritik to the specific affirmative case.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I am unsure how to link their kritik to the specific affirmative case. ### Response: Establish a clear link between the affirmative case and the broader criticisms of your kritik. Show how the case embodies the issues you're critiquing, making it imperative to reject their narrative or assumptions.	Establish a clear link between the affirmative case and the broader criticisms of your kritik. Show how the case embodies the issues you're critiquing, making it imperative to reject their narrative or assumptions.
I struggle with responding to theory arguments against their kritikal affirmative.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I struggle with responding to theory arguments against their kritikal affirmative. ### Response: When responding to theory arguments, defend the educational value and fairness of your kritik. Argue that engaging with critical perspectives enhances debate by fostering a deeper understanding of the topic and promoting inclusivity.	When responding to theory arguments, defend the educational value and fairness of your kritik. Argue that engaging with critical perspectives enhances debate by fostering a deeper understanding of the topic and promoting inclusivity.
I struggle with responding to skepticism arguments against their kritik.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I struggle with responding to skepticism arguments against their kritik. ### Response: When responding to skepticism arguments, defend the epistemic and ontological foundations of your kritik. Argue that even if knowledge is uncertain, engaging with critical perspectives still provides valuable insights and challenges dominant paradigms.	When responding to skepticism arguments, defend the epistemic and ontological foundations of your kritik. Argue that even if knowledge is uncertain, engaging with critical perspectives still provides valuable insights and challenges dominant paradigms.
I struggle with making their kritik more accessible to judges and opponents.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I struggle with making their kritik more accessible to judges and opponents. ### Response: Ensure your kritik is accessible by providing clear explanations of key concepts, avoiding jargon without explanation, and illustrating the real-world implications of your arguments. Make the connections between your kritik and the round's central issues explicit.	Ensure your kritik is accessible by providing clear explanations of key concepts, avoiding jargon without explanation, and illustrating the real-world implications of your arguments. Make the connections between your kritik and the round's central issues explicit.
I need help in understanding and responding to postcolonial kritiks.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I need help in understanding and responding to postcolonial kritiks. ### Response: Engage with postcolonial kritiks by examining how the affirmative case perpetuates colonialist ideologies or practices. Advocate for decolonization and challenge structures that reproduce historical power imbalances.	Engage with postcolonial kritiks by examining how the affirmative case perpetuates colonialist ideologies or practices. Advocate for decolonization and challenge structures that reproduce historical power imbalances.
I struggle with responding to critiques of their framework when running a critical affirmative.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I struggle with responding to critiques of their framework when running a critical affirmative. ### Response: When responding to critiques of your framework, defend the necessity of adopting a critical perspective. Explain how your framework allows for a deeper analysis of the topic, challenges dominant narratives, and fosters a more inclusive debate space.	When responding to critiques of your framework, defend the necessity of adopting a critical perspective. Explain how your framework allows for a deeper analysis of the topic, challenges dominant narratives, and fosters a more inclusive debate space.