In this TED Talk, Trey Smith and Gina Sanchez both inform and persuade. Listen to their thoughts about the importance of Speech and Debate.

• What is the main reason they argue that schools should offer Speech & Debate?

• Smith and Sanchez describe several different speech & debate events. Which one sounds the most interesting to you, and why?

• What else makes communication "transformative," according to Smith and Sanchez? Do you agree? Explain your answer.