Debate Worksheet: Part 1 Test

Debate lesson 8: Part 1 test: arguments · Set 837 · 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 linking word adds an example? (a) this is because (b) therefore (c) but (d) for example
2. 2.⚖️ Motion: “Every student should learn to cook at school.” Which point is AGAINST the motion? (a) cooking is a life skill (b) we learn healthy food (c) kitchens cost a lot
3. 3.True or false: “I think I dreamt it.” — this is weak because it is not relevant to the topic. (a) True (b) False
4. 4.⚖️ Motion: “Homework should be optional.” True or false: the point “Families could use evenings for hobbies and time together.” opposes the motion. (a) False (b) True
5. 5.🧐 How can you check a fact? (a) trust a rumour (b) ask a stranger (c) guess (d) use a reliable source
6. 6.Which linking word shows a result? (a) however (b) as a result (c) for instance (d) although
7. 7.True or false: “The school nurse recorded 25 small cuts and scrapes last term.” is evidence — a fact that backs the point. (a) True (b) False
8. 8.Which of these is a fact — it can be checked? (a) Science is exciting. (b) Rainy days are fun. (c) The Moon orbits Earth. (d) Cartoons are too silly.
9. 9.🧐 Fact or opinion? “Cartoons are too silly.” (a) an opinion (b) a fact
10. 10.🛡️ What kind of reply is this? They said “Homework helps us practise.” Reply: “Practice can happen in class, where the teacher can help.” (a) attacks the person (b) dodges the point (c) a fair rebuttal
11. 11.Which linking word shows the other side? (a) because (b) however (c) that is why (d) this is because
12. 12.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) this is because (b) because (c) so (d) due to
13. 13.🧩 What is evidence? (a) your loudest point (b) a guess (c) a rhyme (d) facts that back a claim
14. 14.⚖️ Motion: “Homework should be optional.” Which side does this point support? “Regular homework helps students practise what they learned.” (a) against the motion (b) for the motion
15. 15.Which of these is an opinion — it is what someone thinks? (a) Earth orbits the Sun. (b) Kolkata is in India. (c) Puzzles are great fun. (d) The Moon orbits Earth.
16. 16.True or false: a survey of 300 students in our school is weak evidence. (a) True (b) False
17. 17.True or false: In a debate on sports periods: “Mangoes grow in summer.” — this is weak because it is not relevant to the topic. (a) False (b) True
18. 18.True or false: a fact from our science textbook is strong evidence. (a) False (b) True
19. 19.True or false: “A forwarded message says so.” — this is weak because its source is not reliable. (a) False (b) True
20. 20.True or false: “The Moon orbits Earth.” is a fact — it can be checked. (a) True (b) False
21. 21.🔎 Strong or weak evidence: figures from the city water board? (a) strong evidence (b) weak evidence
22. 22.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) as a result (b) therefore (c) so (d) such as
23. 23.True or false: “for instance” gives a reason. (a) True (b) False
24. 24.🛡️ What kind of reply is this? They said “Students won’t read in a reading hour.” Reply: “You never read anything yourself.” (a) a fair rebuttal (b) dodges the point (c) attacks the person
25. 25.🚩 Which fallacy is this? “Either you agree with me, or you are not my friend.” (a) slippery slope (b) attacking the person (c) everyone does it (d) false either/or
26. 26.🧩 Claim, evidence or reasoning? “Our PE register shows fitness scores rose after daily games were tried for a term.” (a) a claim (b) evidence (c) reasoning
27. 27.🧩 Which is the best evidence for “Our school needs more dustbins”? (a) “I feel it” (b) “dustbins are green” (c) “my friend agrees” (d) a count of litter
28. 28.🧐 Fact or opinion? “Mangoes taste best.” (a) an opinion (b) a fact
29. 29.🧩 Claim, evidence or reasoning? “Our swimming coach’s register shows 18 of 20 beginners could float within a month.” (a) a claim (b) reasoning (c) evidence
30. 30.🚩 Which fallacy is this? “If students choose one book, next they will want to choose every lesson.” (a) slippery slope (b) false either/or (c) attacking the person (d) everyone does it
31. 31.True or false: “Children should help with chores at home.” is reasoning — it links the evidence to the point. (a) True (b) False
32. 32.🧩 Claim, evidence or reasoning? “Our school should have a library period every day.” (a) reasoning (b) a claim (c) evidence
33. 33.🔎 A fact about cricket in a debate on school uniforms is… (a) very specific (b) very strong (c) not relevant
34. 34.🔗 “Plastic harms animals. ___, cows often swallow plastic bags.” Which fits? (a) For example (b) However (c) Therefore (d) Because
35. 35.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) for example (b) therefore (c) so (d) that is why
36. 36.⚖️ 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
37. 37.🛡️ They said “Sports periods waste study time.” Which reply answers this point? (a) sport is popular (b) you never play sport (c) play helps us focus (d) I like lunch break
38. 38.True or false: “Our class should start a recycling corner.” is evidence — a fact that backs the point. (a) True (b) False
39. 39.True or false: “My cousin said so.” is strong evidence. (a) False (b) True
40. 40.🔎 Why is this weak evidence? In a debate on school gardens: “Cricket is popular in India.” (a) not reliable (b) not specific (c) not relevant

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