Cross-Examination Mastery — Glossary

A timed segment in debate where one speaker questions the opposing team to clarify or challenge their arguments.

Cross-examination prep involves preparing specific questions and strategies to expose weaknesses or contradictions in the opponent’s case.

A targeted question posed during cross-examination intended to clarify or challenge an opponent’s argument or evidence.

The technique of asking targeted questions to clarify or challenge an opponent's argument during cross-examination.

The planned approach for questioning opponents during cross-examination to expose weaknesses or clarify arguments.

Methods used during questioning to clarify, expose weaknesses, or trap opponents in contradictions.

A question asked during the crossfire period aimed at clarifying or challenging an opponent’s argument.

A segment in Public Forum debate where all four debaters question each other simultaneously to test arguments.

A question during cross-examination that suggests its own answer or contains the information the examiner is looking to confirm.

Allowing another speaker to take over remaining time during cross-examination or questioning periods.