(3) Single in form.

(4) Fair to both sides.

2. Defining the "terms of the question" so that they
will be:

(1) Clear.

(2) Convincing.

(3) Consistent with the origin and history of the
question.

3. Restating the whole question in the light of the
definitions.

To debate successfully it is necessary to do three things:

1. To make perfectly clear to your audience what you wish them to
believe.

2. To show them why the proof of certain points (called issues) should
make them believe the thing you wish them to believe.

3. To prove the issues.

Each of these three things is a distinct process, involving several
steps. One is as important as another.