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Public forum debate is an interesting debate style. It is composed of many short speeches that don't seem to flow, but in the end work together to prove a point. It starts out with a four minute speech from both sides stating their position and their points. This part is formatted like an essay, and often involves "spreading," or speaking faster than the essay can be read. Next comes a short period of cross-examination from both sides. After that comes a rebuttal speech from both sides, followed by cross-examination of the rebuttal speech. Next comes a summary speech from both sides, followed by a cross-examination in which the judges can participate. Next comes the final speech from both sides, where both sides state why they should win. This speech is very short.