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Signal
33 / 100
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Relevance
49 / 100
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Respect
100 / 100
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Clarity
100 / 100
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Aside 66% Reasoning 34%
Structure · 4 steps
Claims · 0
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Mr. Chair, Aside · 24 words I do not know if there is a space parliamentary committee but the hon. member would gain knowledge by talking to our American colleagues. Aside Reasoning · 20 words He would learn that having a location in Canada is very strategic in order to launch into a particular orbit, Partly on point Aside · 14 words and I can put him in touch with a few astronauts if he wants. Aside
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Lost points for Aside ×2 Partly on point ×2 Didn't answer None of this reply addressed the specific point raised or the topic under debate.
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Signal · 33
2 of 4 deductions are Signal
Signal checks whether every part makes a point, gives a reason, or asks for action. A low score means the speaker filled time with fluff, pleasantries, or attacks.
Aside A remark off to the side of the point. What the tags mean → “I do not know if there is a space parliamentary committee but the hon. member would gain knowledge by talking to our American colleagues.” An aside: no claim, reason or ask.
Aside A remark off to the side of the point. What the tags mean → “and I can put him in touch with a few astronauts if he wants.” An aside: no claim, reason or ask.
Relevance · 49
2 of 4 deductions are Relevance
Relevance checks whether the speaker stays on topic and answers the question asked. A low score means the speaker dodged the issue. Measured against the point put to the member, and the motion under debate.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “I do not know if there is a space parliamentary committee but the hon. member would gain knowledge by talking to our American colleagues.” Suggests the member consult American colleagues instead of addressing the number of launches asked about.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “He would learn that having a location in Canada is very strategic in order to launch into a particular orbit,” Reiterates the strategic value of a Canadian launch site without answering how many launches occurred.
Respect · 100
0 of 4 deductions are Respect
Respect checks whether the speaker argued with people’s positions and records rather than attacking the people: insults, mockery, or bad motives assigned to them. Criticism of what someone did, however strong, is not marked.
Nothing lost points.
Clarity · 100
0 of 4 deductions are Clarity
Clarity checks for plain speaking, clear ownership of actions, and honest limits on certainty. A low score means vague promises or evasive language.
Nothing lost points.
Claims · 0
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