Debate Worksheet: Final Test

Debate lesson 24: Final test: debate and group discussion · Set 694 · 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.True or false: the school nurse’s record of sick days is strong evidence. (a) False (b) True
2. 2.Which of these is part of a poor GD summary? (a) no new arguments (b) staying neutral (c) mentioning key facts (d) blaming others
3. 3.🚩 Which fallacy attacks the speaker instead of the idea? (a) everyone does it (b) slippery slope (c) attacking the person (d) false either/or
4. 4.🚀 Strong or weak start to a GD: a long story first? (a) a strong start (b) a weak start
5. 5.🧩 Claim, evidence or reasoning? “Students should plant one tree every year.” (a) evidence (b) a claim (c) reasoning
6. 6.🏗️ In a 3-point debate speech, which comes first: point 1 with proof or a short summary? (a) point 1 with proof (b) a short summary
7. 7.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) good use of time (b) good pace and pauses (c) eye contact (d) confident posture
8. 8.True or false: “repeating others” loses marks with a GD evaluator. (a) True (b) False
9. 9.🚀 Should you rush to speak first in every GD? (a) always, at any cost (b) never speak first (c) only if well prepared
10. 10.💬 What does this line do in a debate speech? “Thank you, and I beg to propose.” (a) opens a speech (b) gives evidence (c) rebuts a point (d) closes a speech
11. 11.🔎 Strong or weak evidence: an unsigned post with no source? (a) strong evidence (b) weak evidence
12. 12.⚖️ Motion: “Homework should be optional.” Which side does this point support? “Students who are keen will still choose to practise at home.” (a) against the motion (b) for the motion
13. 13.True or false: They said “Sports periods waste study time.” Reply: “You just hate sport because you always lose.” — this attacks the person, not the point. (a) False (b) True
14. 14.⚖️ Motion: “Summer holidays should be shorter.” Which side does this point support? “Holidays give time for hobbies, reading and camps.” (a) for the motion (b) against the motion
15. 15.🔎 Why is this weak evidence? “A lot of water gets wasted somewhere.” (a) not relevant (b) not reliable (c) not specific
16. 16.🧾 A good summary includes the views of… (a) the whole group (b) only the first speaker (c) only your friends (d) only you
17. 17.True or false: They said “Students won’t read in a reading hour.” Reply: “You never read anything yourself.” — this dodges the point instead of answering it. (a) False (b) True
18. 18.True or false: “shouting from your seat” is a good POI habit. (a) False (b) True
19. 19.Which of these adds value to a GD? (a) “I agree” and no more (b) going off topic (c) a practical solution (d) restating the topic
20. 20.True or false: They said “Sports periods waste study time.” Reply: “A short break for play helps students focus better afterwards.” — this dodges the point instead of answering it. (a) True (b) False
21. 21.True or false: “no fixed sides” is a feature of a group discussion. (a) True (b) False
22. 22.⚖️ Motion: “Summer holidays should be shorter.” True or false: the point “Shorter holidays would spread lessons out and reduce the rush.” opposes the motion. (a) True (b) False
23. 23.🕒 In a junior debate, each of 4 speakers speaks for 60 seconds. How many minutes is that in all?
24. 24.True or false: “I see it a little differently, because…” builds on another speaker’s point. (a) True (b) False
25. 25.True or false: “getting facts wrong” is part of a good GD summary. (a) True (b) False
26. 26.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) shouting over others (b) staying on topic (c) staying silent (d) checking your phone
27. 27.💬 Polite or impolite? “You clearly know nothing.” (a) polite (b) impolite
28. 28.True or false: “this is because” gives a reason. (a) True (b) False
29. 29.📋 In a group discussion on “How can we make our city cleaner?”, Kabir stayed silent for the whole discussion; Meera built on two classmates’ points and added a new example; Arjun spoke so long that nobody else could talk. Who did best? (a) Kabir (b) Meera (c) Arjun
30. 30.💬 What does this line do in a debate speech? “I must disagree with the previous speaker, because…” (a) rebuts a point (b) gives evidence (c) opens a speech (d) closes a speech
31. 31.True or false: “no set order of turns” is a feature of a group discussion. (a) True (b) False
32. 32.🛡️ In a rebuttal, which comes first: say why it matters or give your evidence? (a) say why it matters (b) give your evidence
33. 33.💬 Polite or impolite? “I thank the previous speaker, and I would add…” (a) polite (b) impolite
34. 34.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) complaining about time (b) a long, pointless story (c) a short summary so far (d) a personal attack
35. 35.📋 In a group discussion on “Are school trips as useful as lessons?”, Kabir argued loudly and pointed a finger at others; Riya started with a clear fact and later summarised both sides; Meera only repeated what others had already said. Who did best? (a) Kabir (b) Meera (c) Riya
36. 36.True or false: “That’s a fair point, but have we thought about the cost?” disagrees politely. (a) True (b) False
37. 37.True or false: “Don’t listen to Kabir’s idea about the canteen — he can’t even tie his shoelaces.” is attacking the person. (a) False (b) True
38. 38.💎 Which adds more value in a GD on saving food? (a) “food is food” (b) a count of wasted plates (c) “I like food”
39. 39.True or false: “Either you agree with me, or you are not my friend.” is a false either/or. (a) False (b) True
40. 40.🚀 Before you speak in a GD, you should… (a) note 2–3 key points (b) memorise a speech (c) check your phone (d) close your eyes

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