Debate Worksheet: Part 1 Test

Debate lesson 8: Part 1 test: arguments · Set 591 · 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.True or false: “Lots of people think so.” is strong evidence. (a) True (b) False
2. 2.⚖️ Motion: “Homework should be optional.” True or false: the point “Families could use evenings for hobbies and time together.” opposes the motion. (a) True (b) False
3. 3.🔎 Which source is most reliable in a debate on saving water? (a) the city water board (b) an unsigned poster (c) a chat forward (d) a guess
4. 4.⚖️ Motion: “Homework should be optional.” True or false: the point “Optional homework would lower stress before exams.” supports the motion. (a) False (b) True
5. 5.True or false: “The whole class says the plan is great, so it must be right.” is attacking the person. (a) True (b) False
6. 6.🔎 Before using a number in a debate, you should… (a) check where it came from (b) make it bigger (c) round it to 100 (d) hide the source
7. 7.🧩 Claim, evidence or reasoning? “Children should help with chores at home.” (a) reasoning (b) a claim (c) evidence
8. 8.True or false: “Our swimming coach’s register shows 18 of 20 beginners could float within a month.” is a claim — the point being argued. (a) False (b) True
9. 9.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) because (b) due to (c) such as (d) this is because
10. 10.🔎 Why is this weak evidence? “A website with no name says so.” (a) not reliable (b) not relevant (c) not specific
11. 11.True or false: “The canteen sold 300 fruit cups in the week they cost ₹10.” is reasoning — it links the evidence to the point. (a) True (b) False
12. 12.🔎 Strong or weak evidence: figures from the city water board? (a) strong evidence (b) weak evidence
13. 13.True or false: “That means daily exercise really does make students fitter.” is a claim — the point being argued. (a) True (b) False
14. 14.⚖️ Motion: “Homework should be optional.” Which point is FOR the motion? (a) teachers check homework (b) practice needs homework (c) kids need time to rest
15. 15.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) Kolkata is in India. (b) A triangle has 3 sides. (c) Chess is boring. (d) Plants need water.
16. 16.🔎 Why is this weak evidence? “My neighbour heard it from someone.” (a) not specific (b) not reliable (c) not relevant
17. 17.True or false: a survey of 300 students in our school is strong evidence. (a) False (b) True
18. 18.True or false: They said “Homework helps us practise.” Reply: “Anyway, I like football more than homework.” — this dodges the point instead of answering it. (a) False (b) True
19. 19.🛡️ What kind of reply is this? They said “Homework helps us practise.” Reply: “Anyway, I like football more than homework.” (a) a fair rebuttal (b) dodges the point (c) attacks the person
20. 20.🧩 Claim, evidence or reasoning? “Our class should start a recycling corner.” (a) evidence (b) reasoning (c) a claim
21. 21.🧐 A fact is something that… (a) is a guess (b) someone feels (c) can be checked (d) is always funny
22. 22.True or false: They said “Long holidays help us rest.” Reply: “Two shorter breaks would give the same rest without losing touch with lessons.” — this is a fair rebuttal, as it answers the point. (a) False (b) True
23. 23.⚖️ Motion: “Homework should be optional.” Which side does this point support? “Teachers use homework to see who needs extra help.” (a) for the motion (b) against the motion
24. 24.🛡️ In a rebuttal, which comes first: say why it is wrong or give your evidence? (a) say why it is wrong (b) give your evidence
25. 25.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
26. 26.🔗 What does “therefore” do in an argument? (a) shows the other side (b) adds an example (c) gives a reason (d) shows a result
27. 27.🧩 What is evidence? (a) a guess (b) facts that back a claim (c) a rhyme (d) your loudest point
28. 28.🧩 An argument with a claim but no evidence is… (a) complete (b) proven (c) strong (d) weak
29. 29.🔎 Which is more specific? (a) 30 of 40 students (b) lots of students
30. 30.🛡️ What kind of reply is this? They said “Homework helps us practise.” Reply: “You only say that to please the teacher.” (a) attacks the person (b) dodges the point (c) a fair rebuttal
31. 31.🧩 What is the claim in an argument? (a) a joke (b) the point you argue (c) the judges’ marks (d) a number you found
32. 32.Which of these is a fact — it can be checked? (a) Mangoes taste best. (b) Dogs beat cats as pets. (c) Kolkata is in India. (d) Pink is a lovely colour.
33. 33.True or false: “Every child should learn to swim.” is reasoning — it links the evidence to the point. (a) False (b) True
34. 34.🧩 Claim, evidence or reasoning? “This shows that giving time to read helps students read more.” (a) a claim (b) evidence (c) reasoning
35. 35.Which linking word adds an example? (a) the reason is (b) therefore (c) such as (d) that is why
36. 36.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) Bees make honey. (b) Kolkata is in India. (c) Homework is dull. (d) A triangle has 3 sides.
37. 37.🔎 Strong or weak evidence: the attendance register for the whole year? (a) strong evidence (b) weak evidence
38. 38.⚖️ Motion: “Homework should be optional.” Which side does this point support? “Regular homework helps students practise what they learned.” (a) for the motion (b) against the motion
39. 39.🛡️ They said “Homework helps us practise.” Which reply answers this point? (a) you are a show-off (b) I like football (c) homework is boring (d) we can practise in class
40. 40.🔗 What does “therefore” show? (a) an example (b) the other side (c) a result (d) a reason

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