Introduction
Recent years have seen a rise in the number of large market chains, such as E-Mart and Costco in Korea. Many customers are choosing to go to these large supermarkets instead of smaller, traditional markets. Today, Henry and Ashley will discuss whether we should go to traditional markets or large market chains. Let’s see what they think.



Constructive Debater 1 Henry
It is better to shop at traditional markets. Many traditional markets go out of business because of supermarket chains. We should support the owners of traditional markets. Many of them depend on their small businesses to support their families. Also, there are too many products to choose from at supermarkets, so most customers end up buying things that they do not need. Lastly, large markets have long lines. It often takes forever to pay!




Constructive Debater 2 Ashley
It is better to shop at supermarket chains. Large supermarkets have everything from cleaning supplies to dog food. You can go to a supermarket and buy all the things you need at one time. Traditional markets have a much smaller selection. You probably cannot find all the things that you want. Also, supermarkets have many employees who organize and clean the store. They can also help you if you cannot find something.




Rebuttal Debater 1 Henry
Supermarkets have too many products! Customers end up spending more money than they should. They also spend a lot of time at supermarkets trying to choose between brands because there are so many. Traditional markets are simpler and smaller. They may not have as many employees. However, the store owners are very dedicated to their businesses. They take good care of their stores. They are also happy to help their customers.



Rebuttal Debater 2 Ashley
Traditional markets go out of business because supermarkets are better. Customers go to the markets that offer the best products at the lowest prices. Furthermore, supermarkets have many employees that depend on their jobs to support their families, too. I think it is good that supermarkets have many different products. Customers can choose from a wide variety of items. There are often many lines to pay. Therefore, it is more time-efficient for shoppers.



Judge’s Comments
I name Ashley as the winner. Henry committed the sweeping generalization fallacy. Debaters commit this fallacy when they apply a general idea to all cases. Henry said that store owners are happy to help their customers. However, not all store owners are happy to help their customers.

Karen Lee