Debate Worksheet: Final Test

Debate lesson 24: Final test: debate and group discussion · Set 622 · 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.📜 A good motion must have… (a) one right answer (b) a hidden answer (c) two sides to argue (d) no clear meaning
2. 2.True or false: “fixed for and against” is a feature of a group discussion. (a) False (b) True
3. 3.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) Homework is dull. (b) Puzzles are great fun. (c) A year has 12 months. (d) Chess is boring.
4. 4.⚖️ Which side is for the motion? (a) the opposition (b) the proposition
5. 5.💎 Does this add value to a GD: shouting a slogan? (a) adds value (b) adds nothing
6. 6.🚩 Which fallacy is this? “You either love cricket or you hate sports.” (a) everyone does it (b) slippery slope (c) attacking the person (d) false either/or
7. 7.True or false: “The other side says it is unsafe; in fact, it is safe with a teacher present.” rebuts a point. (a) True (b) False
8. 8.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) however (b) but (c) because (d) on the other hand
9. 9.🔗 What does “however” do in an argument? (a) adds an example (b) gives a reason (c) shows a result (d) shows the other side
10. 10.🔗 What does “for example” do in an argument? (a) gives a reason (b) shows a result (c) shows the other side (d) adds an example
11. 11.📝 Under which judging area is “good use of time” marked? (a) content (b) style (c) strategy
12. 12.🧾 Should a summary add new points? (a) yes (b) no
13. 13.🚦 What does nodding while others speak show? (a) you are leaving (b) you are sleepy (c) you are listening (d) you are bored
14. 14.🚀 Strong or weak opening line for a GD? “Everyone, be quiet and listen to me!” (a) a strong opening line (b) a weak opening line
15. 15.True or false: “a short, clear question” is a weak way to start a GD. (a) True (b) False
16. 16.⭕ A group discussion has 5 members and lasts 10 minutes. If the time is shared equally, how many minutes does each member get?
17. 17.🔗 “Homework helps us practise. ___, too much homework causes stress.” Which fits? (a) So (b) However (c) For instance (d) Because
18. 18.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) a clear, steady voice (b) relevant examples (c) strong evidence (d) correct facts
19. 19.True or false: “If we skip one practice, our team will lose every match this year.” is attacking the person. (a) True (b) False
20. 20.True or false: the school library’s record of books borrowed is strong evidence. (a) True (b) False
21. 21.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) adding a new point (b) leaving out one side (c) being short and clear (d) getting facts wrong
22. 22.🧩 Claim, evidence or reasoning? “This tells us that beginners learn swimming quickly with a little practice.” (a) reasoning (b) a claim (c) evidence
23. 23.💎 Does this add value to a GD: a fact with numbers? (a) adds nothing (b) adds value
24. 24.Which of these is a fact — it can be checked? (a) Pink is a lovely colour. (b) A year has 12 months. (c) Puzzles are great fun. (d) Chess is boring.
25. 25.True or false: an unsigned post with no source is weak evidence. (a) True (b) False
26. 26.🧾 In a GD summary, which comes first: points in favour or where we agreed? (a) points in favour (b) where we agreed
27. 27.🚩 Which fallacy is this? “Either the class is painted blue, or it will look terrible.” (a) slippery slope (b) everyone does it (c) attacking the person (d) false either/or
28. 28.🔎 Why is this weak evidence? “My neighbour heard it from someone.” (a) not reliable (b) not relevant (c) not specific
29. 29.🧩 What does reasoning do? (a) adds a new topic (b) repeats the claim (c) links proof to the claim (d) ends the debate
30. 30.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) must disprove the motion (b) answers the proposition (c) says “I beg to oppose” (d) says “I beg to propose”
31. 31.🚩 Which fallacy claims one small step will surely lead to a disaster? (a) false either/or (b) slippery slope (c) everyone does it (d) attacking the person
32. 32.🚩 Which fallacy is this? “Lots of students copy homework, so it is okay.” (a) slippery slope (b) false either/or (c) everyone does it (d) attacking the person
33. 33.True or false: They said “Cooking is risky for students.” Reply: “My mother makes very tasty dal.” — this dodges the point instead of answering it. (a) False (b) True
34. 34.🎤 In a 3-a-side debate, who speaks first: the 2nd opposition speaker or the 3rd proposition speaker? (a) 2nd opposition speaker (b) 3rd proposition speaker
35. 35.⚖️ Motion: “Homework should be optional.” Which side does this point support? “Without set homework, many students would forget the day’s lesson.” (a) for the motion (b) against the motion
36. 36.🏗️ In PEEL, what comes last? (a) link (b) evidence (c) point
37. 37.💎 Does this add value to a GD: a practical solution? (a) adds value (b) adds nothing
38. 38.🔗 “Exercise keeps us fit, ___ every school needs a sports period.” Which fits? (a) because (b) however (c) for example (d) so
39. 39.🛡️ In a rebuttal, which comes first: say why it matters or say their point? (a) say why it matters (b) say their point
40. 40.Which of these is true of the opposition? (a) defines the key words (b) speaks first (c) says “I beg to oppose” (d) is for the motion

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