Mid Columbia Scrimmage

2026 — pasco, WA/US

Big Questions Debate

Abbreviation BQ
Format Debate
Entry Fee $5.00
Entry 1 competitors per entry

Event Description:

Big Questions is a form of debate designed to open students’ minds and encourage them to engage in life discussion that may not align with their previously held beliefs. Whether or not students change their opinion, the rich experience of this debate event will advance their knowledge, comfort, and interest in learning more about the subject matter based on the intersection of science and philosophy. Thousands of students have debated Big Questions since 2016!

Big Questions is a particular debate format designed to promote discussion surrounding the complexities of science and philosophy. The goal of this event style is to encourage students to engage in life discussion that may not align with their previously held beliefs. These debates seek to help students advance their knowledge, comfort, and interest in learning more about the subject matter. Big Questions resolutions often present students with more abstract concepts than other debate styles.