SPAR+for+Ender's+Game


 * SPONTANEOUS ARGUMENTATION (SPAR)**
 * Explanation of SPAR:**

The purpose of SPAR is to have a "class of ideas by opposing sides on a specific resolution. It blends elements of debate and public speaking. . . . Critical evaluation should be given to the quality or argumentation, refutation, cross-examination, organization, and delivery of each speaker. . . . The speaker must employ logic, sound reasoning, and common knowledge to argue in favor of or against a resolution." (From the Hawaii Speech League description)


 * In short:**

1) You are given a "resolution" (from a list you have seen already) about which you must agree or disagree. (Your opponent will do the opposite of what you do. You will be told which side to take.)

2) With very little preparation (1 minute, to be exact), you must present an argument supporting your side of the resolution.

3) Your opponent will then give his/her side of the resolution.

4) After both sides have been presented, you and your opponent will do an open cross-examination during which time you may ask each other questions and receive answers.

5) Last, each of you will have time for a rebuttal (counter argument against opponent's arguments) and some concluding statements.


 * The timing of the arguments looks like this:**

1 minute Resolution analysis (prep time) 2 minutes Affirmative constructive (pro) 2 minutes Negative constructive (con) 3 minutes Open cross-examination (free questioning) 1 minute Negative rebuttal and conclusion (con) 1 minute Affirmative rebuttal and conclusion (pro)


 * Grading:** 25 points


 * Topics** : See reverse side of this paper. You will choose a resolution from among these statements but will do so "blindly."


 * Preparation** : Think about these resolutions and begin to consider and collect evidence for your possible arguments.

As you prepare for the Spar, gather quotes of support or contention on each of the following.
 * __Possible Topics:__**


 * Ender Wiggin is an ideal leader.**


 * Ender Wiggin is a killer**


 * Ender is like Peter.**


 * Ender is like Valentine.**


 * Valentine is the most influential character in the novel.**


 * Mazer Rackham is an ideal teacher.**


 * Sometimes violence is the only answer.**


 * The adults were justified in deceiving Ender about the reality behind the games.**


 * //Ender’s Game//** **is an anti-military and anti-war novel.**


 * The buggers were a clear threat to the human race.**