Theory Spikes

- If judge does not know what theory shell is they wont know what spike
is
- Predict what arguments opponent will run. And make it impossible to
run them.
- Like opponent cannot run counterplans, because it makes him/her
have more ground
- 15 sec. blip can take out 3 min
- more specific than observation
- can put at end of argument
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Observation
Theory shell
Theory spikes

Terminal Impact. Evaluative. Must link back

Give RTPs
Observations
Way you interpret resolution
Doesnt flow in 1AC contention level, and is important to debate
Burdens
Cant make observation too limited. Make it fair and educational.
Use to make it easier to affirm or negate
Think about reasons about how people can answer your case.
Use observation theoretically.

See what is the presumed voter (fair or educational) Needs to be

comparison.
On observation from resolution terms, include theoretical terms for
why it is good (ground, accessibility)