Debate Worksheet: Final Test

Debate lesson 24: Final test: debate and group discussion · Set 735 · 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.⭕ Debate or group discussion: a fixed time per speaker? (a) a group discussion (b) a debate
2. 2.True or false: “a brief, sharp point” is a weak way to start a GD. (a) True (b) False
3. 3.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) says “I beg to propose” (b) may test the definition (c) defines the key words (d) speaks first
4. 4.True or false: an unsigned post with no source is weak evidence. (a) True (b) False
5. 5.🔗 “Plastic harms animals. ___, cows often swallow plastic bags.” Which fits? (a) For example (b) However (c) Because (d) Therefore
6. 6.💎 Does this add value to a GD: linking two ideas? (a) adds nothing (b) adds value
7. 7.True or false: “You are wrong, stop talking.” is a rude reply. (a) False (b) True
8. 8.🚩 Which fallacy is this? “Either the class is painted blue, or it will look terrible.” (a) everyone does it (b) slippery slope (c) attacking the person (d) false either/or
9. 9.🏗️ Why preview your points at the start? (a) to waste time (b) to hide them (c) to confuse rivals (d) judges can follow you
10. 10.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) because (b) this is because (c) the reason is (d) as a result
11. 11.🧩 Claim, evidence or reasoning? “The canteen sold 300 fruit cups in the week they cost ₹10.” (a) a claim (b) reasoning (c) evidence
12. 12.🤝 Why use a classmate’s name when building on their point? (a) to tease them (b) to confuse them (c) it shows you listened (d) to fill time
13. 13.🛡️ What kind of reply is this? They said “Homework helps us practise.” Reply: “Anyway, I like football more than homework.” (a) attacks the person (b) dodges the point (c) a fair rebuttal
14. 14.True or false: They said “Long holidays help us rest.” Reply: “Let’s talk about something else instead.” — this is a fair rebuttal, as it answers the point. (a) False (b) True
15. 15.🧾 Good or poor summary: leaving out one side? (a) a poor summary (b) a good summary
16. 16.💎 Does this add value to a GD: a fresh angle? (a) adds nothing (b) adds value
17. 17.⚖️ Motion: “Homework should be optional.” Which side does this point support? “Teachers use homework to see who needs extra help.” (a) for the motion (b) against the motion
18. 18.True or false: “In our class survey, 30 of 40 students said they read more when given time.” is evidence — a fact that backs the point. (a) False (b) True
19. 19.🏗️ Which part of PEEL is this line? “That is why every school needs a daily sports period.” (a) explain (b) point (c) evidence (d) link
20. 20.🧾 Should a summary add new points? (a) no (b) yes
21. 21.🛡️ What is a rebuttal? (a) answering their point (b) thanking the judges (c) repeating your point (d) a personal attack
22. 22.🔭 Does this earn or lose marks with a GD evaluator: a good summary? (a) earns marks (b) loses marks
23. 23.Which of these is a weak way to start a GD? (a) a calm, clear voice (b) repeating the topic (c) setting out the scope (d) linking to daily life
24. 24.True or false: “My worthy opponent has raised a fair question.” is a polite debating line. (a) False (b) True
25. 25.🔭 Which shows good teamwork in a GD? (a) talking over others (b) mocking others (c) ignoring others (d) building on others
26. 26.💬 What does this line do in a debate speech? “Our science textbook tells us that…” (a) closes a speech (b) rebuts a point (c) gives evidence (d) opens a speech
27. 27.Which of these is a poor POI habit? (a) saying “On that point” (b) sitting if declined (c) arguing when declined (d) asking a short question
28. 28.🤝 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) building on a point (b) being rude (c) disagreeing politely
29. 29.💎 Which adds more value in a GD on saving food? (a) “I like food” (b) a count of wasted plates (c) “food is food”
30. 30.📜 Is this a debatable motion? “This House would give every class a pet.” (a) debatable (b) not debatable
31. 31.🛡️ What kind of reply is this? They said “Students won’t read in a reading hour.” Reply: “In our trial week, 32 of 40 students finished a book.” (a) attacks the person (b) dodges the point (c) a fair rebuttal
32. 32.🕒 Each speaker in a debate has 3 minutes, and there are no breaks. How many minutes after the start does the second speaker begin?
33. 33.True or false: “I respect Ishaan’s view, though the numbers suggest otherwise.” disagrees politely. (a) False (b) True
34. 34.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) good use of time (b) strong evidence (c) a clear team plan (d) linking with teammates
35. 35.🚀 Strong or weak opening line for a GD? “Could we start by asking what a good school canteen looks like?” (a) a weak opening line (b) a strong opening line
36. 36.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) is for the motion (b) must prove the motion (c) speaks first (d) must disprove the motion
37. 37.🔗 What does “therefore” show? (a) a reason (b) a result (c) the other side (d) an example
38. 38.🎤 Who rings a bell when time is nearly up? (a) the chairperson (b) a speaker (c) the timekeeper (d) the audience
39. 39.🎤 A debate has 3 speakers on each side. The sides take turns and the proposition starts. In which position does the first opposition speaker speak?
40. 40.🔎 What makes evidence strong? (a) old and vague (b) relevant and reliable (c) funny and short (d) loud and long

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