Debate Vocabulary Flashcard

Front

What is a debate?

Back

A formal discussion on a particular topic.

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CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

Front

What is an argument?

Back

A format to share your claim and the reasons to support your idea.

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CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

Front

What does the term 'logic' refer to?

Back

The use of careful thought, reasoning, facts, and data.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

Front

What is a claim?

Back

A statement that can be backed up with evidence.

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CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

Front

What does the term 'evidence' refer to?

Back

Details, facts, quotes, and/or reasons that support a claim or prove it to be true.

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CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Front

What is the purpose of a debate?

Back

To discuss different viewpoints on a topic and persuade others.

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CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.7.6

Front

What are the components of a strong argument?

Back

A clear claim, supporting evidence, and logical reasoning.

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CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.7.6

Front

How can one evaluate the strength of evidence?

Back

By assessing its relevance, credibility, and sufficiency.

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CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Front

What role does counterargument play in a debate?

Back

It addresses opposing viewpoints and strengthens the original argument.

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CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Front

What is the significance of rebuttal in a debate?

Back

It provides a response to counterarguments, reinforcing one's position.

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CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.L.7.6