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Speech and Debate Tips: What is a Rebuttal?

🔄 What is a Rebuttal in Debate?

Heard the word “rebuttal” but not sure what it really means? A rebuttal is your chance to respond directly to your opponent’s argument—but it’s not just repeating your own points, and it’s definitely not attacking the person!


In this video, you’ll learn:

✅ What a rebuttal is (and how it works)

✅ Common mistakes students make when trying to rebut

✅ A clear example using “Dogs are better pets than cats” 🐶🐱

✅ How to build rebuttals that are calm, clear, and convincing


Mastering rebuttals will make your arguments stronger and your debate skills sharper. 💬


🎓 Want to take your skills further? Join our virtual speech and debate classes, where kids and teens build confidence, communication skills, and critical thinking for life.


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In this video, you’ll learn:
✅ What a rebuttal is (and how it works)
✅ Common mistakes students make when trying to rebut
✅ A clear example using “Dogs are better pets than cats” 🐶🐱
✅ How to build rebuttals that are calm, clear, and convincing

Mastering rebuttals will make your arguments stronger and your debate skills sharper. 💬

🎓 Want to take your skills further? Join our virtual speech and debate classes, where kids and teens build confidence, communication skills, and critical thinking for life.

#Debate #Rebuttal #DebateClass #DebateCoach #SpeechAndDebate #CriticalThinking #KidsDebate #PublicSpeaking

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