Debate Worksheet: Part 1 Test

Debate lesson 8: Part 1 test: arguments · Set 358 · 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.🧩 Claim, evidence or reasoning? “Students should plant one tree every year.” (a) reasoning (b) a claim (c) evidence
2. 2.True or false: “Earth orbits the Sun.” is an opinion — it is what someone thinks. (a) True (b) False
3. 3.True or false: “A website with no name says so.” — this is weak because its source is not reliable. (a) True (b) False
4. 4.🔗 What does “as a result” do in an argument? (a) gives a reason (b) shows a result (c) adds an example (d) shows the other side
5. 5.⚖️ Motion: “Homework should be optional.” Which side does this point support? “Optional homework would lower stress before exams.” (a) for the motion (b) against the motion
6. 6.⚖️ Motion: “Every school should have a daily sports period.” True or false: the point “Daily exercise keeps children fit and healthy.” supports the motion. (a) False (b) True
7. 7.⚖️ Motion: “Every student should learn to cook at school.” True or false: the point “Schools would need kitchens, which cost a lot.” supports the motion. (a) True (b) False
8. 8.Which linking word shows a result? (a) because (b) this is because (c) due to (d) that is why
9. 9.🔎 What makes evidence strong? (a) relevant and reliable (b) old and vague (c) loud and long (d) funny and short
10. 10.⚖️ Motion: “Homework should be optional.” True or false: the point “Children need free time to play and rest after school.” opposes the motion. (a) True (b) False
11. 11.⚖️ Motion: “Homework should be optional.” True or false: the point “Students who are keen will still choose to practise at home.” opposes the motion. (a) True (b) False
12. 12.🧐 An opinion is… (a) a measured result (b) always true (c) a proven number (d) what someone thinks
13. 13.True or false: In a debate on reading: “Trains run on tracks.” — this is weak because it is not specific (no who, what or how many). (a) False (b) True
14. 14.🧩 What is evidence? (a) facts that back a claim (b) your loudest point (c) a guess (d) a rhyme
15. 15.True or false: “If we skip one practice, our team will lose every match this year.” is a slippery slope. (a) True (b) False
16. 16.🧩 Claim, evidence or reasoning? “Students should learn first aid.” (a) reasoning (b) a claim (c) evidence
17. 17.True or false: “Either we ban all snacks, or everyone will get sick.” is attacking the person. (a) False (b) True
18. 18.True or false: “on the other hand” shows the other side. (a) True (b) False
19. 19.🔎 Strong or weak evidence: the school nurse’s record of sick days? (a) strong evidence (b) weak evidence
20. 20.⚖️ Motion: “Homework should be optional.” True or false: the point “Optional homework would lower stress before exams.” supports the motion. (a) False (b) True
21. 21.⚖️ Motion: “Homework should be optional.” True or false: the point “Children need free time to play and rest after school.” supports the motion. (a) False (b) True
22. 22.🚩 How should you answer a fallacy in a debate? (a) point it out calmly (b) ignore the judges (c) shout at them (d) copy it back
23. 23.🛡️ What kind of reply is this? They said “Long holidays help us rest.” Reply: “You are lazy, so of course you want rest.” (a) dodges the point (b) a fair rebuttal (c) attacks the person
24. 24.⚖️ Motion: “Every school should have a daily sports period.” Which side does this point support? “Playing in teams teaches cooperation.” (a) for the motion (b) against the motion
25. 25.🧐 A fact is something that… (a) is a guess (b) can be checked (c) someone feels (d) is always funny
26. 26.🧩 An argument with a claim but no evidence is… (a) weak (b) strong (c) complete (d) proven
27. 27.🔗 “Plastic harms animals. ___, cows often swallow plastic bags.” Which fits? (a) However (b) For example (c) Therefore (d) Because
28. 28.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) Kolkata is in India. (b) Bees make honey. (c) Dogs beat cats as pets. (d) A year has 12 months.
29. 29.🚩 Which fallacy is this? “Your point about recycling is wrong because you are only in Class 6.” (a) everyone does it (b) false either/or (c) slippery slope (d) attacking the person
30. 30.🧐 Fact or opinion? “The Moon orbits Earth.” (a) an opinion (b) a fact
31. 31.True or false: “this is because” adds an example. (a) False (b) True
32. 32.🔎 Strong or weak evidence: “Lots of people think so.”? (a) weak evidence (b) strong evidence
33. 33.True or false: “This shows that giving time to read helps students read more.” is a claim — the point being argued. (a) False (b) True
34. 34.🛡️ What is a rebuttal? (a) answering their point (b) repeating your point (c) thanking the judges (d) a personal attack
35. 35.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) the reason is (b) as a result (c) that is why (d) therefore
36. 36.🧐 Fact or opinion? “A year has 12 months.” (a) a fact (b) an opinion
37. 37.True or false: “Our PE register shows fitness scores rose after daily games were tried for a term.” is reasoning — it links the evidence to the point. (a) False (b) True
38. 38.⚖️ Motion: “Every student should learn to cook at school.” Which point is AGAINST the motion? (a) cooking is a life skill (b) kitchens cost a lot (c) we learn healthy food
39. 39.🔎 Why is this weak evidence? “Lots of students like it.” (a) not specific (b) not reliable (c) not relevant
40. 40.Which of these is an opinion — it is what someone thinks? (a) Earth orbits the Sun. (b) Pink is a lovely colour. (c) A year has 12 months. (d) Kolkata is in India.

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