Debate Prep: Researching Both Sides Fast

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1. What does it mean to 'steelman' an argument in debate preparation?

   1. Using AI to generate as many arguments as possible in a short time
   2. Finding the weakest points in your opponent's case to exploit them
   3. Citing sources that directly support your position without question
   4. Presenting the strongest possible version of an opposing argument before rebutting it

2. Why is manually verifying every statistic and quote essential when using AI for debate research?

   1. Judges automatically check all citations before the debate begins
   2. Verified citations are worth more points in the judging rubric
   3. AI tools are banned from debate tournaments if citations aren't verified
   4. AI tools sometimes invent statistics and misattribute quotes, which can cause you to lose a round

3. Which AI research tool is recommended for finding real-time information with clickable sources?

   1. ElevenLabs
   2. Claude
   3. Perplexity
   4. NotebookLM

4. What is the primary purpose of the 'steelman loop' in debate prep?

   1. To find the fastest way to complete your case outline
   2. To ensure your rebuttal addresses the strongest version of the opposing argument
   3. To generate as many arguments as possible for your side
   4. To memorize your opponent's speech verbatim

5. How can you use AI voice mode to improve your debate preparation?

   1. Translate your arguments into multiple languages for international tournaments
   2. Have it play your opponent's strongest arguments so you can practice cross-examining
   3. Read your case aloud while the AI records it for playback
   4. Ask it to generate new arguments while you rest

6. What is a 'hallucinated citation' in the context of AI-assisted debate research?

   1. A fake or incorrectly attributed source that appears real but doesn't exist
   2. A citation that appears in your notes but was never actually read
   3. A quote that is attributed to the correct person but the wrong publication
   4. A source that contradicts your argument rather than supports it

7. Which tool would be most useful for dumping all your research documents and generating a case outline?

   1. Claude
   2. ChatGPT voice
   3. Perplexity
   4. NotebookLM

8. What does the lesson recommend doing with every number and quote you plan to use in your debate case?

   1. Verify it personally by clicking the source yourself
   2. Quote it exactly as the AI presented it
   3. Input it into a second AI tool for confirmation
   4. Submit it to your debate coach for approval

9. What is the main advantage of using ChatGPT Deep Research for debate prep?

   1. It produces longer, cited reports suitable for heavy rounds
   2. It generates practice questions for cross-examination
   3. It provides real-time clickable sources during your search
   4. It transcribes and summarizes opponent speeches

10. When AI plays your opponent in a voice practice session, what type of arguments should it present?

    1. The arguments you expect your specific opponent to use
    2. Only arguments you've already prepared rebuttals for
    3. The strongest possible version of the opposing position
    4. Random arguments from any debate topic

11. What does the 'steelman loop' specifically require you to do for each argument you identify?

    1. Ask for the strongest rebuttal to that argument
    2. Ask for three more supporting examples
    3. Ask the AI to translate it into another language
    4. Ask for the author's biographical information

12. Why might using an AI-generated statistic without verification cost you a debate round?

    1. AI statistics are always slightly inaccurate but never completely fake
    2. Judges check sources and a fabricated citation destroys your credibility
    3. The tournament rules require all sources be submitted beforehand
    4. Statistics don't matter as much as quoted arguments in judging

13. What does it mean to 'verify' evidence in AI-assisted research?

    1. Trust that the AI citation is accurate because it looks professional
    2. Click the source yourself to confirm the statistic or quote exists and is accurate
    3. Have a second AI tool check the first AI's work
    4. Read the headline of an article without reading the full text

14. Why is having AI play your opponent at 1am described as 'surprisingly effective'?

    1. It's available anytime and can simulate a strong opponent for late-night practice
    2. It scores higher on judging rubrics than daytime practice
    3. It can access your opponent's actual debate files through special software
    4. It automatically adapts to your specific tournament's debate format

15. What is the final step in the recommended research workflow after using the steelman loop?

    1. Submit your case to the tournament immediately
    2. Ask the AI to write your closing statement
    3. Memorize all the AI-generated arguments immediately
    4. Find real-world evidence for the arguments you plan to use