Debate Worksheet: Final Test

Debate lesson 24: Final test: debate and group discussion · Set 978 · 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 topic to explore? (a) a group discussion (b) a debate
2. 2.⭕ What is the main aim of a GD? (a) stay silent (b) talk the longest (c) defeat the others (d) explore a topic together
3. 3.True or false: “Tara can’t be right about homework — she supports the other cricket team.” is the everyone-does-it fallacy. (a) True (b) False
4. 4.True or false: “A year has 12 months.” is a fact — it can be checked. (a) False (b) True
5. 5.⚖️ Motion: “Every student should learn to cook at school.” Which side does this point support? “Schools would need kitchens, which cost a lot.” (a) for the motion (b) against the motion
6. 6.📜 Which words often begin a debate motion? (a) “This House…” (b) “Once upon a time…” (c) “Dear diary…” (d) “Breaking news…”
7. 7.⚖️ Motion: “Every student should learn to cook at school.” True or false: the point “Cooking teaches measuring, timing and safety.” opposes the motion. (a) True (b) False
8. 8.⭕ Is this a good GD topic? “How can our school waste less food?” (a) a good GD topic (b) not a GD topic
9. 9.🏗️ In a 3-point debate speech, which comes first: a short summary or a closing appeal? (a) a short summary (b) a closing appeal
10. 10.Which of these is judged under content (what you say)? (a) linking with teammates (b) eye contact (c) answering opponents (d) correct facts
11. 11.🛡️ In a rebuttal, which comes first: give your evidence or say why it matters? (a) give your evidence (b) say why it matters
12. 12.⭕ Is this a good GD topic? “Should every school have a garden?” (a) a good GD topic (b) not a GD topic
13. 13.💎 Does this add value to a GD: a short summary so far? (a) adds nothing (b) adds value
14. 14.Which of these is part of a poor GD summary? (a) naming the main points (b) starting a new debate (c) staying neutral (d) covering both sides
15. 15.📝 Under which judging area is “good use of time” marked? (a) style (b) strategy (c) content
16. 16.💬 How should you begin a debate speech? (a) insult the motion (b) start shouting (c) tell a long joke (d) greet judges, opponents
17. 17.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) interrupting others (b) inviting a quiet member (c) arguing for its own sake (d) checking your phone
18. 18.⭕ Debate or group discussion: a set speaking order? (a) a group discussion (b) a debate
19. 19.True or false: “saying nothing” earns marks from a GD evaluator. (a) False (b) True
20. 20.True or false: “starting with “sorry”” is a weak way to start a GD. (a) False (b) True
21. 21.🚩 Which fallacy is this? “Don’t listen to Kabir’s idea about the canteen — he can’t even tie his shoelaces.” (a) slippery slope (b) attacking the person (c) false either/or (d) everyone does it
22. 22.Which of these is a feature of a group discussion? (a) sitting in a circle (b) judges pick a winner (c) fixed for and against (d) proposition, opposition
23. 23.🏗️ Which part of PEEL is this line? “My next point is that sport builds confidence.” (a) explain (b) evidence (c) point (d) link
24. 24.True or false: “Lots of students like it.” — this is weak because its source is not reliable. (a) False (b) True
25. 25.🚀 Strong or weak start to a GD: a calm, clear voice? (a) a weak start (b) a strong start
26. 26.True or false: “I’d like to take Rohan’s idea one step further.” disagrees politely. (a) True (b) False
27. 27.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) going off topic (b) “I agree” and no more (c) a personal attack (d) a fact with numbers
28. 28.⚖️ Motion: “Every school should have a daily sports period.” Which side does this point support? “Children can already play sport after school.” (a) for the motion (b) against the motion
29. 29.🧩 Claim, evidence or reasoning? “Children should help with chores at home.” (a) evidence (b) a claim (c) reasoning
30. 30.🔎 Strong or weak evidence: a survey of 300 students in our school? (a) weak evidence (b) strong evidence
31. 31.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) defines the key words (b) speaks first (c) says “I beg to oppose” (d) is for the motion
32. 32.⚖️ Motion: “Summer holidays should be shorter.” True or false: the point “Children need a long rest to come back fresh.” opposes the motion. (a) True (b) False
33. 33.📝 Under which judging area is “answering opponents” marked? (a) content (b) style (c) strategy
34. 34.🎤 A debate has 3 speakers on each side. The sides take turns and the proposition starts. In which position does the third opposition speaker speak?
35. 35.True or false: “You can either study all day or play all day.” is the everyone-does-it fallacy. (a) False (b) True
36. 36.📝 Under which judging area is “strong evidence” marked? (a) style (b) strategy (c) content
37. 37.⚖️ Motion: “Homework should be optional.” True or false: the point “Teachers use homework to see who needs extra help.” supports the motion. (a) False (b) True
38. 38.🕒 A speaker goes far over time. What usually happens? (a) they win (b) nothing at all (c) they get a bonus (d) they can lose marks
39. 39.Which of these earns marks from a GD evaluator? (a) personal comments (b) polite disagreement (c) losing your temper (d) saying nothing
40. 40.True or false: They said “A garden costs too much.” Reply: “Seeds and pots cost under ₹500, and parents have offered tools.” — this dodges the point instead of answering it. (a) True (b) False

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