How to link points to the motion You must first define the whole motion into simple terms, pick out the key words and define those words and then your will have what is in debate circles known as the re-defined version of the original motion. Your side usually plays a role on what points you must have, like proposing is agreeing to the motion at hand while as opposing is disagreeing to the motion. This means when you are proposing you must find points that are in agreement with the motion, any point that supports the motion is welcome but it must be explained so that the audience may understand. And when opposing you must look for points that are against the motion, points that disagree with the motion, these are points which must show the audience to believe your views and not those of the proposing side. And be informed that sometimes there are motions that are usually closed in nature where to find exact information is a problem. But the basis is still the same define it and find any point that might be in support of your side, that is why you need to be good in researching widely. So when the motion is closed make it a point to look for points that may at least offer support to your points but this will depend on how you explain them. Sometimes if you are opposing and the motion is against, you could agree to the motion but offer alternatives the motion…………………………..we are not saying it cannot be done but we are saying if? It is very important to do a lot of research works because you will come across a lot of information, and motions that are closed are best handled with providing evidence give a lot of examples. You need to be creative when dealing with such kind of information, consult your relatives about the motion even friends can give such valid information. Listen to songs of struggle like reggae music, gospel and any other type of music which might be deemed helpful as well as speeches done by famous people in our societies. Be informed that all motion are balanced in they own way; it is up to you as a debater to make the motion work to your advantage. Lastly points depend on how you define the key words of the motion and you need to devote time to do research, brainstorm with your fellow debaters. Points are available out there you just need to look around and am hopeful that you will find all that you want………ask God for help and am sure he will not let you down……….…he has being good to me always.