Unit 2 · Lesson 3• 23 min
Common Knowledge Standards
Today's lesson
CommonKnowledgeStandards
Because Parli judges range from lay parents to…
Quick Check
1. Which of the following is safest to use as unsupported common knowledge in a Parli round?
2. How should a debater adjust their argument style for a lay judge versus an experienced flow judge?
3. True or False?
"It's safe to cite an exact statistic in a Parli round as long as you say it confidently."
Answer all 3 questions to check.
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Takeaway
Lean on broad, verifiable common knowledge and general trends, not fabricated-sounding precise statistics, and always calibrate…