Debate Worksheet: Final Test

Debate lesson 24: Final test: debate and group discussion · Set 326 · 40 questions

Debater's tip (Reason well, speak kindly): Find the topic of the question: arguments, evidence, fallacies, motions, roles, timing, POIs, judging, phrases, speech structure or GD skills. Use that lesson’s tip and read every option before you choose. For number questions, write the calculation first: speakers × minutes + breaks, position 2k − 1 or 2k, content + style + strategy.

1. 1.💎 What does “adding value” mean in a GD? (a) speaking longest (b) bringing something new (c) speaking loudest (d) agreeing with all
2. 2.🎤 A debate has 2 speakers on each side. The sides take turns and the proposition starts. In which position does the first proposition speaker speak?
3. 3.🛡️ In a rebuttal, which comes first: say why it is wrong or say their point? (a) say why it is wrong (b) say their point
4. 4.🚦 Positive or negative body language in a GD: slouching back? (a) positive (b) negative
5. 5.🧩 Claim, evidence or reasoning? “A class diary shows children who did chores finished homework on time more often.” (a) a claim (b) reasoning (c) evidence
6. 6.🧩 What does reasoning do? (a) repeats the claim (b) adds a new topic (c) ends the debate (d) links proof to the claim
7. 7.⚖️ Motion: “Summer holidays should be shorter.” Which side does this point support? “Some students get bored after weeks with nothing to do.” (a) for the motion (b) against the motion
8. 8.🚩 Which fallacy claims one small step will surely lead to a disaster? (a) everyone does it (b) attacking the person (c) false either/or (d) slippery slope
9. 9.🧩 Claim, evidence or reasoning? “In our class survey, 30 of 40 students said they read more when given time.” (a) evidence (b) a claim (c) reasoning
10. 10.🎤 Who calls the speakers and keeps order in a debate? (a) the audience (b) the chairperson (c) the timekeeper (d) the last speaker
11. 11.🤝 Is this line building on a point, disagreeing politely or being rude? “As Meera said, cost matters — and here is one way to cut it.” (a) being rude (b) building on a point (c) disagreeing politely
12. 12.⚖️ Which side answers the proposition? (a) the opposition (b) the proposition
13. 13.True or false: “A lot of water gets wasted somewhere.” — this is weak because its source is not reliable. (a) False (b) True
14. 14.🔗 “Plastic harms animals. ___, cows often swallow plastic bags.” Which fits? (a) Because (b) However (c) For example (d) Therefore
15. 15.🏗️ In a 3-point debate speech, which comes first: point 3 with proof or a short summary? (a) point 3 with proof (b) a short summary
16. 16.Which of these is true of the proposition? (a) must disprove the motion (b) says “I beg to oppose” (c) is for the motion (d) may test the definition
17. 17.True or false: “restating the topic” adds value to a GD. (a) False (b) True
18. 18.💬 Which line can end a proposition speech? (a) “I beg to propose.” (b) “Whatever.” (c) “Over and out.” (d) “That’s all, bye.”
19. 19.True or false: “Our science textbook tells us that…” rebuts a point. (a) False (b) True
20. 20.🛡️ In a rebuttal, which comes first: give your evidence or say why it is wrong? (a) give your evidence (b) say why it is wrong
21. 21.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) a short, clear question (b) a calm, clear voice (c) a brief, sharp point (d) a joke off the topic
22. 22.True or false: one friend’s guess is weak evidence. (a) True (b) False
23. 23.🛡️ In a rebuttal, which comes first: say why it matters or say their point? (a) say why it matters (b) say their point
24. 24.Which of these is a strong way to start a GD? (a) setting out the scope (b) a wrong fact (c) starting with “sorry” (d) shouting to be first
25. 25.True or false: “This tells us that sport helps children believe in themselves.” is the Point (P). (a) False (b) True
26. 26.🕒 Each speaker in a debate has 2 minutes, and there are no breaks. How many minutes after the start does the fourth speaker begin?
27. 27.🛡️ What is a rebuttal? (a) answering their point (b) a personal attack (c) thanking the judges (d) repeating your point
28. 28.True or false: “correct facts” is judged under strategy (how you plan). (a) False (b) True
29. 29.True or false: They said “Homework helps us practise.” Reply: “Anyway, I like football more than homework.” — this dodges the point instead of answering it. (a) True (b) False
30. 30.True or false: “Everybody knows it.” is strong evidence. (a) False (b) True
31. 31.🔎 Strong or weak evidence: a story you are not sure about? (a) weak evidence (b) strong evidence
32. 32.🕒 A speaker goes far over time. What usually happens? (a) they can lose marks (b) they get a bonus (c) nothing at all (d) they win
33. 33.Which of these is positive body language in a GD? (a) looking at the clock (b) pointing a finger (c) eye contact with all (d) slouching back
34. 34.🔭 Does this earn or lose marks with a GD evaluator: repeating others? (a) earns marks (b) loses marks
35. 35.🧐 Fact or opinion? “Mangoes taste best.” (a) a fact (b) an opinion
36. 36.📝 Judges give marks out of 40 for content, 40 for style and 20 for strategy. A speaker gets 32, 29 and 12. What is the total out of 100?
37. 37.Which of these is part of a good GD summary? (a) getting facts wrong (b) mentioning key facts (c) blaming others (d) adding a new point
38. 38.True or false: “Let me talk, you’ve said enough.” is a rude reply. (a) True (b) False
39. 39.🤝 Is this line building on a point, disagreeing politely or being rude? “I agree with Riya and would add that it saves money too.” (a) being rude (b) building on a point (c) disagreeing politely
40. 40.🔭 Does speaking the most guarantee high marks? (a) yes, always (b) no, quality counts

Free debate lessons, practice and worksheets at talentjr.in/debate-for-students