Unit 10: Tournament Readiness

1. 1. A strong BQ topic file should include all of the following EXCEPT:

   Affirmative case with contentions and evidenceA glossary of key terms in plain languageA log of new arguments and your answers to themA collection of unrelated speech-opening jokes

2. 2. Where might a debater find a judge's stated preferences before a round?

   A tournament judge paradigm database like TabroomThe concession stand menuThere is no way to know in advanceThe opposing coach's private notes

3. 3. True or False?

   "Judge adaptation should change the substance of your case, not just its delivery."

   TrueFalse

4. 4. A good use of the last few minutes before a round is to:

   Ignore all logistics like room and judgeCram brand-new, unpracticed argumentsCalmly review your strongest, already-practiced materialAvoid checking your timer

5. 5. Outrounds are typically judged by:

   Only the tournament directorA panel of multiple judgesNo judges at allA computer algorithm

6. 6. True or False?

   "Requesting feedback (RFDs) from panel judges after an outround can reveal blind spots worth adding to your topic file."

   TrueFalse

7. 7. When speaking to a panel of judges, a debater should generally:

   Make eye contact with only one judge the whole timeIgnore the panel and speak only to their opponentAddress only the judge seated in the middleRotate attention and use broadly appealing language across all judges

Design your personal pre-round checklist (logistics and mental warm-up) and outline the core sections of your season-long BQ topic file as it stands right now.