Debate Worksheet: Part 1 Test

Debate lesson 8: Part 1 test: arguments · Set 321 · 40 questions

Debater's tip (Point, proof, link — and no tricks): Find the topic of the question: argument parts, fact or opinion, evidence, sides, rebuttal, fallacy or linking word. Use that lesson’s tip — claim, evidence, reasoning; can it be checked?; relevant, specific, reliable; agree or disagree?; answer the point; name the broken step; show the link. Read every option before you choose.

1. 1.🔎 Which is more specific? (a) lots of students (b) 30 of 40 students
2. 2.🔎 Why is this weak evidence? “It is good for many reasons.” (a) not specific (b) not reliable (c) not relevant
3. 3.🧩 What does reasoning do? (a) adds a new topic (b) repeats the claim (c) links proof to the claim (d) ends the debate
4. 4.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) as a result (b) because (c) so (d) therefore
5. 5.🔎 Strong or weak evidence: “Lots of people think so.”? (a) weak evidence (b) strong evidence
6. 6.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) Pink is a lovely colour. (b) Rainy days are fun. (c) Bees make honey. (d) Samosas are tastiest.
7. 7.🧐 Fact or opinion? “The Moon orbits Earth.” (a) an opinion (b) a fact
8. 8.🛡️ In a rebuttal, which comes first: give your evidence or say why it matters? (a) give your evidence (b) say why it matters
9. 9.Which of these is a fact — it can be checked? (a) Science is exciting. (b) Ice is frozen water. (c) Mangoes taste best. (d) Dogs beat cats as pets.
10. 10.🛡️ They said “Homework helps us practise.” Which reply answers this point? (a) we can practise in class (b) homework is boring (c) you are a show-off (d) I like football
11. 11.🧐 Fact or opinion? “A triangle has 3 sides.” (a) an opinion (b) a fact
12. 12.⚖️ Motion: “Every student should learn to cook at school.” True or false: the point “Hot stoves and knives can be risky for young students.” supports the motion. (a) False (b) True
13. 13.True or false: “A year has 12 months.” is an opinion — it is what someone thinks. (a) True (b) False
14. 14.True or false: “Every school should have a daily sports period.” is evidence — a fact that backs the point. (a) False (b) True
15. 15.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) this is because (b) due to (c) because (d) for instance
16. 16.🧐 Fact or opinion? “Pink is a lovely colour.” (a) a fact (b) an opinion
17. 17.Which linking word gives a reason? (a) this is because (b) however (c) such as (d) that is why
18. 18.🛡️ In a rebuttal, which comes first: say their point or give your evidence? (a) say their point (b) give your evidence
19. 19.🛡️ What is a rebuttal? (a) a personal attack (b) answering their point (c) repeating your point (d) thanking the judges
20. 20.⚖️ Motion: “Homework should be optional.” True or false: the point “Children need free time to play and rest after school.” opposes the motion. (a) False (b) True
21. 21.🔎 Why is this weak evidence? “Studies show things.” (a) not specific (b) not relevant (c) not reliable
22. 22.True or false: “A class diary shows children who did chores finished homework on time more often.” is evidence — a fact that backs the point. (a) False (b) True
23. 23.True or false: “School canteens should serve more fruit.” is a claim — the point being argued. (a) True (b) False
24. 24.True or false: “Children should help with chores at home.” is evidence — a fact that backs the point. (a) True (b) False
25. 25.🛡️ What kind of reply is this? They said “Recycling is too hard to manage.” Reply: “Plastic comes in many colours.” (a) a fair rebuttal (b) attacks the person (c) dodges the point
26. 26.🧩 Which words often start a piece of reasoning? (a) “Once upon a time…” (b) “Hello, everyone…” (c) “This shows that…” (d) “Goodbye…”
27. 27.🧐 Fact or opinion? “Frogs lay eggs.” (a) an opinion (b) a fact
28. 28.Which linking word shows a result? (a) such as (b) as a result (c) for example (d) due to
29. 29.🚩 Which fallacy is this? “All my friends skip breakfast, so it must be fine.” (a) slippery slope (b) attacking the person (c) everyone does it (d) false either/or
30. 30.🔎 Strong or weak evidence: “My cousin said so.”? (a) weak evidence (b) strong evidence
31. 31.🧐 An opinion is… (a) what someone thinks (b) a proven number (c) a measured result (d) always true
32. 32.⚖️ Motion: “Homework should be optional.” True or false: the point “Homework builds the habit of working on your own.” opposes the motion. (a) True (b) False
33. 33.True or false: They said “Cooking is risky for students.” Reply: “My mother makes very tasty dal.” — this attacks the person, not the point. (a) True (b) False
34. 34.🔗 What does “however” do in an argument? (a) shows the other side (b) adds an example (c) shows a result (d) gives a reason
35. 35.⚖️ Motion: “Summer holidays should be shorter.” Which side does this point support? “Long holidays give time to visit grandparents and relatives.” (a) for the motion (b) against the motion
36. 36.🔎 Why is this weak evidence? “My neighbour heard it from someone.” (a) not reliable (b) not relevant (c) not specific
37. 37.True or false: They said “Homework helps us practise.” Reply: “Practice can happen in class, where the teacher can help.” — this attacks the person, not the point. (a) False (b) True
38. 38.🛡️ When you rebut, what do you do first? (a) change the topic (b) state their point fairly (c) laugh at them (d) raise your voice
39. 39.🛡️ 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
40. 40.🧩 An argument with a claim but no evidence is… (a) strong (b) proven (c) weak (d) complete

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