Debate Worksheet: Part 1 Test

Debate lesson 8: Part 1 test: arguments · Set 742 · 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: “This shows that giving time to read helps students read more.” is reasoning — it links the evidence to the point. (a) True (b) False
2. 2.🚩 What is a fallacy? (a) a strong piece of proof (b) a debate rule (c) a polite reply (d) a mistake in reasoning
3. 3.True or false: “Our PE register shows fitness scores rose after daily games were tried for a term.” is a claim — the point being argued. (a) False (b) True
4. 4.True or false: “Studies show things.” — this is weak because it is not relevant to the topic. (a) True (b) False
5. 5.True or false: In a debate on saving water: “My favourite colour is green.” — this is weak because it is not specific (no who, what or how many). (a) True (b) False
6. 6.🔎 A fact about cricket in a debate on school uniforms is… (a) very specific (b) very strong (c) not relevant
7. 7.Which linking word gives a reason? (a) on the other hand (b) so (c) due to (d) therefore
8. 8.🧩 Which words often start a piece of reasoning? (a) “Goodbye…” (b) “This shows that…” (c) “Once upon a time…” (d) “Hello, everyone…”
9. 9.🧐 What makes an opinion stronger in a debate? (a) a rude word (b) facts that support it (c) saying it twice (d) shouting it
10. 10.🧩 What is evidence? (a) a guess (b) your loudest point (c) a rhyme (d) facts that back a claim
11. 11.🔗 “Homework helps us practise. ___, too much homework causes stress.” Which fits? (a) So (b) For instance (c) Because (d) However
12. 12.True or false: “In our class survey, 30 of 40 students said they read more when given time.” is evidence — a fact that backs the point. (a) True (b) False
13. 13.🚩 Which fallacy is this? “Don’t listen to Kabir’s idea about the canteen — he can’t even tie his shoelaces.” (a) everyone does it (b) slippery slope (c) false either/or (d) attacking the person
14. 14.True or false: “So planting trees really does make our campus greener.” is evidence — a fact that backs the point. (a) False (b) True
15. 15.True or false: “Every school should have a daily sports period.” is reasoning — it links the evidence to the point. (a) True (b) False
16. 16.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) Samosas are tastiest. (b) Cartoons are too silly. (c) Bees make honey. (d) Mangoes taste best.
17. 17.🔗 What does “as a result” do in an argument? (a) adds an example (b) shows the other side (c) shows a result (d) gives a reason
18. 18.⚖️ Motion: “Homework should be optional.” True or false: the point “Students who are keen will still choose to practise at home.” supports the motion. (a) False (b) True
19. 19.🧩 Claim, evidence or reasoning? “This shows that giving time to read helps students read more.” (a) a claim (b) evidence (c) reasoning
20. 20.True or false: “School canteens should serve more fruit.” is a claim — the point being argued. (a) True (b) False
21. 21.True or false: “This shows that students choose fruit when it is easy to buy.” is evidence — a fact that backs the point. (a) True (b) False
22. 22.🚩 Which fallacy is this? “Meera’s plan for the class trip is useless because she is always late.” (a) slippery slope (b) false either/or (c) everyone does it (d) attacking the person
23. 23.⚖️ Motion: “Summer holidays should be shorter.” True or false: the point “Holidays give time for hobbies, reading and camps.” supports the motion. (a) True (b) False
24. 24.🛡️ What kind of reply is this? They said “Long holidays help us rest.” Reply: “Let’s talk about something else instead.” (a) attacks the person (b) a fair rebuttal (c) dodges the point
25. 25.Which linking word shows a result? (a) because (b) the reason is (c) however (d) that is why
26. 26.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) Puzzles are great fun. (b) Mangoes taste best. (c) Cartoons are too silly. (d) A year has 12 months.
27. 27.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) Plants need water. (b) Frogs lay eggs. (c) Kolkata is in India. (d) Dogs beat cats as pets.
28. 28.🧩 Claim, evidence or reasoning? “Our PE register shows fitness scores rose after daily games were tried for a term.” (a) reasoning (b) a claim (c) evidence
29. 29.🧩 Claim, evidence or reasoning? “This shows that students choose fruit when it is easy to buy.” (a) a claim (b) evidence (c) reasoning
30. 30.🛡️ In a rebuttal, which comes first: say why it matters or give your evidence? (a) say why it matters (b) give your evidence
31. 31.True or false: “Either we ban all snacks, or everyone will get sick.” is a slippery slope. (a) True (b) False
32. 32.True or false: “Either you agree with me, or you are not my friend.” is a false either/or. (a) True (b) False
33. 33.True or false: They said “Recycling is too hard to manage.” Reply: “That’s only because you are so slow.” — this attacks the person, not the point. (a) False (b) True
34. 34.True or false: “Most kids watch that show, so it must be good for us.” is a slippery slope. (a) True (b) False
35. 35.🔎 Which source is most reliable in a debate on saving water? (a) a guess (b) the city water board (c) a chat forward (d) an unsigned poster
36. 36.True or false: They said “Homework helps us practise.” Reply: “Practice can happen in class, where the teacher can help.” — this is a fair rebuttal, as it answers the point. (a) False (b) True
37. 37.🧩 Claim, evidence or reasoning? “Students should plant one tree every year.” (a) evidence (b) reasoning (c) a claim
38. 38.True or false: “If we skip one practice, our team will lose every match this year.” is a slippery slope. (a) False (b) True
39. 39.True or false: “the reason is” shows the other side. (a) True (b) False
40. 40.True or false: “because” shows a result. (a) True (b) False

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