Introduction to Debate

True or false: In a debate, preople exchange opinions and try to persuade others.

• True

• False

True or false: A debate is an exchange of ideas, information, opinions between a group of people.

• True

• False

True or false: debates are usually more informal than discussions.

• True

• False

True or false: A debate always has two opposing sides.

• True

• False

True or false: One of the similarities between a debate and a discussion is that both do not have to be competitive.

• True

• False

Debating enhances the ability to organise and _______ our thoughts.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Debating provides an opportunity for us to develop skills in _______, organization and presentation.

(a word that starts with 'r')

Debating improves learners’ ability to form balanced, informed arguments and to use ___________ and evidence.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Debating develops effective speech ________ and communication skills.

(A word that starts with 'd')

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Check all the boxes that are the benefits of debating.

• The teachers generally give better grades to debating team members.

• Through debating, we can build up team spirit.

• It boosts self-confidence and helps us overcome fears of public speaking.

• Through debating, we can gain satisfaction from making others embarassed.

• We will be able to gaining multi-faceted knowledge across several subjects