Debate Worksheet: Part 1 Test

Debate lesson 8: Part 1 test: arguments · Set 978 · 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: “Don’t listen to Kabir’s idea about the canteen — he can’t even tie his shoelaces.” is attacking the person. (a) False (b) True
2. 2.🔗 What does “due to” do in an argument? (a) shows the other side (b) adds an example (c) shows a result (d) gives a reason
3. 3.🧐 Fact or opinion? “Earth orbits the Sun.” (a) an opinion (b) a fact
4. 4.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) for instance (b) so (c) that is why (d) therefore
5. 5.True or false: “for example” gives a reason. (a) True (b) False
6. 6.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) so (b) for example (c) that is why (d) as a result
7. 7.🔗 “Exercise keeps us fit, ___ every school needs a sports period.” Which fits? (a) however (b) for example (c) because (d) so
8. 8.🧩 Claim, evidence or reasoning? “Our school should have a library period every day.” (a) reasoning (b) evidence (c) a claim
9. 9.True or false: “but” shows a result. (a) True (b) False
10. 10.🛡️ They said “Homework helps us practise.” Which reply answers this point? (a) we can practise in class (b) homework is boring (c) I like football (d) you are a show-off
11. 11.⚖️ Motion: “Homework should be optional.” True or false: the point “Teachers use homework to see who needs extra help.” supports the motion. (a) False (b) True
12. 12.🔗 What does “so” do in an argument? (a) shows a result (b) gives a reason (c) shows the other side (d) adds an example
13. 13.🔗 “Homework helps us practise. ___, too much homework causes stress.” Which fits? (a) Because (b) For instance (c) So (d) However
14. 14.🧐 What makes an opinion stronger in a debate? (a) a rude word (b) saying it twice (c) facts that support it (d) shouting it
15. 15.True or false: “I think I dreamt it.” — this is weak because it is not relevant to the topic. (a) True (b) False
16. 16.🚩 Which fallacy is this? “Tara can’t be right about homework — she supports the other cricket team.” (a) everyone does it (b) false either/or (c) slippery slope (d) attacking the person
17. 17.True or false: “Most kids watch that show, so it must be good for us.” is attacking the person. (a) False (b) True
18. 18.True or false: measured results from our class experiment is strong evidence. (a) True (b) False
19. 19.Which linking word gives a reason? (a) so (b) therefore (c) for example (d) due to
20. 20.⚖️ Motion: “Every school should have a daily sports period.” Which side does this point support? “A break from desks helps students focus better afterwards.” (a) against the motion (b) for the motion
21. 21.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) Rainy days are fun. (b) Kolkata is in India. (c) Pink is a lovely colour. (d) Cartoons are too silly.
22. 22.True or false: a rumour forwarded in a chat group is strong evidence. (a) True (b) False
23. 23.True or false: They said “Homework helps us practise.” Reply: “You only say that to please the teacher.” — this dodges the point instead of answering it. (a) False (b) True
24. 24.🚩 Which fallacy is this? “You either love cricket or you hate sports.” (a) everyone does it (b) attacking the person (c) slippery slope (d) false either/or
25. 25.🧐 Fact or opinion? “Plants need water.” (a) an opinion (b) a fact
26. 26.🔎 Strong or weak evidence: figures from the city water board? (a) weak evidence (b) strong evidence
27. 27.Which linking word shows a result? (a) to give an example (b) for example (c) the reason is (d) that is why
28. 28.🛡️ What kind of reply is this? They said “Sports periods waste study time.” Reply: “Sport is played all over the world.” (a) a fair rebuttal (b) dodges the point (c) attacks the person
29. 29.⚖️ Motion: “Summer holidays should be shorter.” Which side does this point support? “Summer is too hot in many parts of India for classes.” (a) for the motion (b) against the motion
30. 30.🧩 Which is the best evidence for “Our school needs more dustbins”? (a) “I feel it” (b) “dustbins are green” (c) a count of litter (d) “my friend agrees”
31. 31.⚖️ Motion: “Every student should learn to cook at school.” True or false: the point “Hot stoves and knives can be risky for young students.” opposes the motion. (a) False (b) True
32. 32.⚖️ 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
33. 33.🧐 Fact or opinion? “Science is exciting.” (a) a fact (b) an opinion
34. 34.Which linking word shows the other side? (a) to give an example (b) however (c) such as (d) so
35. 35.True or false: “Lots of students copy homework, so it is okay.” is a slippery slope. (a) False (b) True
36. 36.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) Spiders have 8 legs. (b) Frogs lay eggs. (c) Ice is frozen water. (d) Mangoes taste best.
37. 37.True or false: “Earth orbits the Sun.” is an opinion — it is what someone thinks. (a) False (b) True
38. 38.⚖️ Motion: “Homework should be optional.” Which point is FOR the motion? (a) kids need time to rest (b) practice needs homework (c) teachers check homework
39. 39.⚖️ Motion: “Summer holidays should be shorter.” Which side does this point support? “Shorter holidays would spread lessons out and reduce the rush.” (a) for the motion (b) against the motion
40. 40.True or false: “Studies show things.” — this is weak because it is not relevant to the topic. (a) True (b) False

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