Debate Vocab Quiz (3rd Blk, 2nd Qtr)

What is the term for 'The side that agrees with the topic.'?

• Affirmative

• Negative

• Neutral

• Opposition

What is the term for 'The side that disagrees with the topic.'?

• Negative

• Affirmative

• Moderator

• Proposer

What is the term for 'A main point or opinion you want to prove.'?

• Claim

• Evidence

• Summary

• Counterargument

What is the term for 'A point that goes against someone’s claim.'?

• Counterclaim

• Evidence

• Thesis

• Conclusion

A statement that can be proven true or false using evidence.

• Proposition
• Hypothesis
• Claim
• Fact

What is the term for 'Facts or examples that support your claim.'?

• Evidence

• Opinion

• Prediction

• Assumption

What is the term for 'A person who argues against the topic.'?

• Opposer

• Supporter

• Mediator

• Observer

What is the term for 'A person who argues for the topic.'?

• Proposer

• Opponent

• Moderator

• Spectator

What is the term for 'The person who makes sure the debate is fair and follows the rules.'?

• Moderator

• Speaker

• Participant

• Timekeeper

What is the term for the statement that forms the basis of a debate?

• Motion

• Conclusion

• Evidence

• Rebuttal