Debate Worksheet: Final Test

Debate lesson 24: Final test: debate and group discussion · Set 919 · 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: They said “Cooking is risky for students.” Reply: “With teachers watching and simple tools, it can be done safely.” — this is a fair rebuttal, as it answers the point. (a) False (b) True
2. 2.True or false: “Frogs lay eggs.” is a fact — it can be checked. (a) False (b) True
3. 3.💎 What does “adding value” mean in a GD? (a) speaking longest (b) speaking loudest (c) agreeing with all (d) bringing something new
4. 4.🚀 Before you speak in a GD, you should… (a) note 2–3 key points (b) close your eyes (c) memorise a speech (d) check your phone
5. 5.True or false: “Your team is just jealous.” is a polite debating line. (a) True (b) False
6. 6.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) a joke off the topic (b) reading from notes (c) defining the key word (d) mumbling the start
7. 7.True or false: “reaching shared ideas” is a feature of a group discussion. (a) False (b) True
8. 8.True or false: bringing the last new arguments of the team is a job of the second speaker. (a) False (b) True
9. 9.🎤 Who calls the speakers and keeps order in a debate? (a) the timekeeper (b) the audience (c) the last speaker (d) the chairperson
10. 10.💬 Polite or impolite? “May I offer a point of information?” (a) impolite (b) polite
11. 11.🧐 What makes an opinion stronger in a debate? (a) shouting it (b) saying it twice (c) a rude word (d) facts that support it
12. 12.True or false: “This shows that regular exercise really makes us fitter.” is the Explain (E). (a) False (b) True
13. 13.🔭 Which shows good teamwork in a GD? (a) mocking others (b) talking over others (c) building on others (d) ignoring others
14. 14.🚩 What is a fallacy? (a) a polite reply (b) a mistake in reasoning (c) a debate rule (d) a strong piece of proof
15. 15.True or false: “This House would make cooking a school subject.” is a debatable motion. (a) True (b) False
16. 16.🔗 What does “this is because” do in an argument? (a) shows a result (b) shows the other side (c) adds an example (d) gives a reason
17. 17.True or false: They said “Long holidays help us rest.” Reply: “Two shorter breaks would give the same rest without losing touch with lessons.” — this is a fair rebuttal, as it answers the point. (a) True (b) False
18. 18.🕒 A debate slot is 21 minutes. The judges need 9 minutes at the end, and 4 speakers share the rest equally. How many minutes does each speaker get?
19. 19.True or false: “A class survey found 25 of 40 students focus better after games.” is the Link (L) back to the motion. (a) True (b) False
20. 20.🛡️ What kind of reply is this? They said “Cooking is risky for students.” Reply: “You are scared of everything.” (a) dodges the point (b) attacks the person (c) a fair rebuttal
21. 21.💬 Which line can end a proposition speech? (a) “Over and out.” (b) “That’s all, bye.” (c) “I beg to propose.” (d) “Whatever.”
22. 22.✋ Is the speaker accepting or declining a POI? “Go ahead, I am happy to answer.” (a) declining a POI (b) accepting a POI
23. 23.⚖️ Motion: “Summer holidays should be shorter.” True or false: the point “Holidays give time for hobbies, reading and camps.” supports the motion. (a) True (b) False
24. 24.💬 How should you begin a debate speech? (a) start shouting (b) insult the motion (c) tell a long joke (d) greet judges, opponents
25. 25.📝 Under which judging area is “linking with teammates” marked? (a) style (b) strategy (c) content
26. 26.🔎 Strong or weak evidence: a story you are not sure about? (a) weak evidence (b) strong evidence
27. 27.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) such as (b) that is why (c) for example (d) for instance
28. 28.🔭 Does this earn or lose marks with a GD evaluator: leading without bossing? (a) loses marks (b) earns marks
29. 29.True or false: “Adding to what Tara said, older students could help too.” disagrees politely. (a) True (b) False
30. 30.💎 Which adds more value in a GD on saving food? (a) “food is food” (b) a count of wasted plates (c) “I like food”
31. 31.True or false: “good pace and pauses” is judged under style (how you say it). (a) True (b) False
32. 32.🧾 Good or poor summary: mentioning key facts? (a) a poor summary (b) a good summary
33. 33.Which of these is positive body language in a GD? (a) tapping the table (b) arms crossed, frowning (c) a calm face (d) looking at the clock
34. 34.Which of these is a feature of a group discussion? (a) proposition, opposition (b) fixed for and against (c) a motion to argue (d) no set order of turns
35. 35.💬 Which line can end an opposition speech? (a) “Over and out.” (b) “Whatever.” (c) “I beg to oppose.” (d) “That’s all, bye.”
36. 36.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) naming the main points (b) staying neutral (c) trailing off (d) covering both sides
37. 37.True or false: “due to” shows the other side. (a) True (b) False
38. 38.🕒 A debate slot is 48 minutes. The judges need 8 minutes at the end, and 8 speakers share the rest equally. How many minutes does each speaker get?
39. 39.🚀 Strong or weak start to a GD: linking to daily life? (a) a strong start (b) a weak start
40. 40.🧾 In a GD summary, which comes first: restate the topic or points in favour? (a) restate the topic (b) points in favour

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