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Foreword by Shirley Konrad
Discover the Art of Speech and Debate

PART I--ROAD MAP: GEAR UP TO TALK THE TALK

Introduction
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Why Debate is the Sport of the Mind
Get Ready: Turn On the Power of Your Voice
Lift Off: Great Games to Get You Started

PART II--SPEECH SAVVY: DAZZLE WITH A DYNAMIC STYLE

Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
What You Say: Ingredients of Intelligent Speaking
How You Say It: Delivering with Poise and Pizzazz
Literally Speaking: Speeches with Commentary

PART III--DISCOVER DEBATE: HOW TO WIN AN ARGUMENT

Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Conclusion

Nuts and Bolts: Building Blocks of Debate
Pros and Cons: Solid Points and Powerful Cases
Clash with Impact: Mastering the Art of the Attack
On That Point: Navigating Parliamentary Debate
Yes or No: Commanding the Cross-Examination
Foray into Forums: Standing Out from the Crowd
Wars of Words: Debates with Commentary
The Will to Win with Ethics and Respect


Appendix A
Appendix B

Debate Resolutions
Judging Criteria

Glossary
Bibliography
Acknowledgments
Index
About the Author