Debate Worksheet: Final Test

Debate lesson 24: Final test: debate and group discussion · Set 996 · 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: “This suggests that chores teach children to plan their time.” is reasoning — it links the evidence to the point. (a) False (b) True
2. 2.🔗 “Plastic harms animals. ___, cows often swallow plastic bags.” Which fits? (a) For example (b) Because (c) Therefore (d) However
3. 3.🚀 If the topic is unclear, a good opener can… (a) define the key words (b) stay silent (c) complain about it (d) change the topic
4. 4.🔎 Strong or weak evidence: a rumour forwarded in a chat group? (a) strong evidence (b) weak evidence
5. 5.🚩 Which fallacy is this? “Everybody leaves the tap running, so it doesn’t matter.” (a) false either/or (b) slippery slope (c) attacking the person (d) everyone does it
6. 6.Which of these adds value to a GD? (a) a fact with numbers (b) repeating the last point (c) going off topic (d) a made-up figure
7. 7.⭕ How are members usually seated in a GD? (a) in a circle or U (b) in rows facing a stage (c) back to back (d) one behind another
8. 8.💬 Polite or impolite? “That is an interesting point, but…” (a) polite (b) impolite
9. 9.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) a joke off the topic (b) shouting to be first (c) linking to daily life (d) mumbling the start
10. 10.🔗 What does “therefore” show? (a) a reason (b) an example (c) the other side (d) a result
11. 11.True or false: “Every school should have a daily sports period.” is reasoning — it links the evidence to the point. (a) False (b) True
12. 12.💎 Which adds more value in a GD on saving food? (a) “food is food” (b) “I like food” (c) a count of wasted plates
13. 13.True or false: “With due respect, the facts show otherwise.” is a polite debating line. (a) True (b) False
14. 14.🧾 When is the summary of a GD given? (a) at the start (b) in the middle (c) at the end
15. 15.🛡️ In a rebuttal, which comes first: give your evidence or say why it matters? (a) give your evidence (b) say why it matters
16. 16.True or false: “that is why” adds an example. (a) False (b) True
17. 17.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) “I agree” and no more (b) a short summary so far (c) going off topic (d) a personal attack
18. 18.🏗️ In a 3-point debate speech, which comes first: a closing appeal or point 3 with proof? (a) a closing appeal (b) point 3 with proof
19. 19.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) going off topic (b) a real-life case (c) repeating the last point (d) a made-up figure
20. 20.💎 Does this add value to a GD: a made-up figure? (a) adds nothing (b) adds value
21. 21.🚩 Which fallacy is this? “Either the class is painted blue, or it will look terrible.” (a) attacking the person (b) slippery slope (c) everyone does it (d) false either/or
22. 22.Which of these is a GD don’t? (a) letting others finish (b) staying silent (c) inviting a quiet member (d) keeping points short
23. 23.⚖️ Motion: “Homework should be optional.” Which side does this point support? “Homework builds the habit of working on your own.” (a) for the motion (b) against the motion
24. 24.📝 Marks: content (out of 40), style (out of 40), strategy (out of 20). A speaker got 38 for content, 29 for style and 79 in all. How many marks for strategy?
25. 25.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) blaming others (b) staying neutral (c) only your own view (d) leaving out one side
26. 26.🏗️ What should the end of a debate speech do? (a) add a new point (b) start a story (c) sum up and appeal (d) apologise
27. 27.🔎 Why is this weak evidence? “My neighbour heard it from someone.” (a) not reliable (b) not specific (c) not relevant
28. 28.Which of these is a fact — it can be checked? (a) Mangoes taste best. (b) Dogs beat cats as pets. (c) Science is exciting. (d) Earth orbits the Sun.
29. 29.🔗 What does “because” do in an argument? (a) gives a reason (b) adds an example (c) shows the other side (d) shows a result
30. 30.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) staying on topic (b) giving facts for points (c) staying silent (d) speaking up early
31. 31.True or false: “a clear, steady voice” is judged under content (what you say). (a) True (b) False
32. 32.Which of these is an opinion — it is what someone thinks? (a) The Moon orbits Earth. (b) Ice is frozen water. (c) Bees make honey. (d) Cartoons are too silly.
33. 33.Which of these is a feature of a debate? (a) no set order of turns (b) fixed for and against (c) no fixed sides (d) reaching shared ideas
34. 34.⭕ How many members does a GD usually have? (a) about 100 (b) about 6 to 10 (c) just 1 (d) about 50
35. 35.🛡️ What kind of reply is this? They said “Cooking is risky for students.” Reply: “You are scared of everything.” (a) a fair rebuttal (b) attacks the person (c) dodges the point
36. 36.True or false: “My cousin said so.” is weak evidence. (a) False (b) True
37. 37.True or false: “Homework is dull.” is an opinion — it is what someone thinks. (a) True (b) False
38. 38.Which of these loses marks with a GD evaluator? (a) polite disagreement (b) repeating others (c) bringing in quiet ones (d) clear, relevant points
39. 39.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) a short, clear question (b) a wrong fact (c) a quick real example (d) a relevant fact
40. 40.🎤 Who decides which team wins? (a) the audience (b) the loudest team (c) the timekeeper (d) the judges

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