Debate Worksheet: Part 1 Test

Debate lesson 8: Part 1 test: arguments · Set 529 · 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 fallacy offers only two choices when there are more? (a) slippery slope (b) everyone does it (c) false either/or (d) attacking the person
2. 2.🚩 Which fallacy is this? “If students choose one book, next they will want to choose every lesson.” (a) everyone does it (b) slippery slope (c) false either/or (d) attacking the person
3. 3.🔗 What does “as a result” do in an argument? (a) adds an example (b) shows a result (c) shows the other side (d) gives a reason
4. 4.🔗 “Exercise keeps us fit, ___ every school needs a sports period.” Which fits? (a) for example (b) so (c) however (d) because
5. 5.🛡️ In a rebuttal, which comes first: say why it is wrong or say why it matters? (a) say why it is wrong (b) say why it matters
6. 6.🔗 What does “the reason is” do in an argument? (a) shows a result (b) adds an example (c) shows the other side (d) gives a reason
7. 7.🔗 “Homework helps us practise. ___, too much homework causes stress.” Which fits? (a) So (b) Because (c) For instance (d) However
8. 8.🚩 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
9. 9.Which linking word shows the other side? (a) the reason is (b) that is why (c) therefore (d) however
10. 10.🧩 Claim, evidence or reasoning? “Our swimming coach’s register shows 18 of 20 beginners could float within a month.” (a) a claim (b) evidence (c) reasoning
11. 11.🧐 Fact or opinion? “Science is exciting.” (a) an opinion (b) a fact
12. 12.True or false: “so” shows a result. (a) False (b) True
13. 13.⚖️ Motion: “Summer holidays should be shorter.” True or false: the point “Long breaks make students forget what they learned.” supports the motion. (a) True (b) False
14. 14.🧐 Fact or opinion? “Earth orbits the Sun.” (a) an opinion (b) a fact
15. 15.🛡️ What kind of reply is this? They said “Sports periods waste study time.” Reply: “You just hate sport because you always lose.” (a) attacks the person (b) a fair rebuttal (c) dodges the point
16. 16.True or false: “Students should learn first aid.” is reasoning — it links the evidence to the point. (a) True (b) False
17. 17.True or false: “A triangle has 3 sides.” is an opinion — it is what someone thinks. (a) False (b) True
18. 18.⚖️ Motion: “Summer holidays should be shorter.” Which side does this point support? “Extra school days could be used for clubs and projects.” (a) for the motion (b) against the motion
19. 19.🧐 What makes an opinion stronger in a debate? (a) facts that support it (b) shouting it (c) a rude word (d) saying it twice
20. 20.Which of these is a fact — it can be checked? (a) A year has 12 months. (b) Mangoes taste best. (c) Homework is dull. (d) Cartoons are too silly.
21. 21.🔎 What makes evidence strong? (a) old and vague (b) relevant and reliable (c) funny and short (d) loud and long
22. 22.🛡️ When you rebut, what do you do first? (a) change the topic (b) raise your voice (c) state their point fairly (d) laugh at them
23. 23.🧩 What is evidence? (a) a guess (b) your loudest point (c) a rhyme (d) facts that back a claim
24. 24.True or false: “Every child should learn to swim.” is evidence — a fact that backs the point. (a) True (b) False
25. 25.🔗 What does “therefore” show? (a) an example (b) a reason (c) the other side (d) a result
26. 26.🔎 Which source is most reliable in a debate on saving water? (a) a guess (b) an unsigned poster (c) the city water board (d) a chat forward
27. 27.🛡️ In a rebuttal, which comes first: say why it matters or say their point? (a) say why it matters (b) say their point
28. 28.🧩 Which words often start a piece of reasoning? (a) “Once upon a time…” (b) “Goodbye…” (c) “Hello, everyone…” (d) “This shows that…”
29. 29.🔎 A fact about cricket in a debate on school uniforms is… (a) very specific (b) very strong (c) not relevant
30. 30.True or false: “My cousin said so.” is strong evidence. (a) True (b) False
31. 31.Which of these is an opinion — it is what someone thinks? (a) Cartoons are too silly. (b) Bees make honey. (c) Earth orbits the Sun. (d) Plants need water.
32. 32.🧐 A fact is something that… (a) can be checked (b) someone feels (c) is a guess (d) is always funny
33. 33.Which of these is a fact — it can be checked? (a) Pink is a lovely colour. (b) Chess is boring. (c) Puzzles are great fun. (d) Ice is frozen water.
34. 34.🔎 Why is this weak evidence? In a debate on homework: “Mount Everest is very tall.” (a) not reliable (b) not specific (c) not relevant
35. 35.🛡️ In a rebuttal, which comes first: give your evidence or say why it matters? (a) give your evidence (b) say why it matters
36. 36.🛡️ What kind of reply is this? They said “A garden costs too much.” Reply: “Seeds and pots cost under ₹500, and parents have offered tools.” (a) attacks the person (b) a fair rebuttal (c) dodges the point
37. 37.🛡️ They said “Homework helps us practise.” Which reply answers this point? (a) homework is boring (b) you are a show-off (c) we can practise in class (d) I like football
38. 38.🚩 What is a fallacy? (a) a mistake in reasoning (b) a polite reply (c) a debate rule (d) a strong piece of proof
39. 39.Which linking word adds an example? (a) to give an example (b) because (c) therefore (d) however
40. 40.Which linking word shows a result? (a) to give an example (b) the reason is (c) this is because (d) that is why

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