How to Debate (6th Grade)

What are the 3 parts of an argument? Select all that apply.

• Introduction & Thesis

• Evidence & Reasoning

• Conclusion

• Personal Opinion

What is one thing you should never do in a debate?

• Provide evidence and facts

• Agree with your opponent

• Become emotional and angry

• Speak loudly and clearly

What do you think makes an argument more powerful?

• Facts and Evidence

• Opinions and Personal Beliefs

What is a thesis statement?

• A paragraph about your opinion on a specific topic

• One or two sentences explaining what you are arguing and how you will prove it

• One or two sentences describing a personal experience you had

• The last thing you say in an argument

How do you use quotations to make your argument stronger?

• You can't! Quotations are useless!

• You find any random quotation to plug into your speech.

• You call out a quotation that you think might work in favor of your argument.

• You find a quote that matches your argument and tie it to your own reasoning.

What is the first thing you should always share when speaking in a debate?

• Your evidence

• Your reasoning

• Your conclusion

• Your thesis statement

What is the purpose of debate and argument?

• To fight!

• To practice sharing our opinions with evidence.

• To practice looking at every situation from multiple perspectives.

Your opponent says something that you disagree with. You even have evidence to prove that they are wrong!

When you respond, what should you do?

• Wait until they finish, repeat what they said, and then explain why their claim is incorrect

• Interrupt them to emphasize your excitement

• Wait until they finish. repeat what they said, then share your evidence that proves their claim is incorrect.

• Wait until they finish, then tell them "that is wrong!".

What is the most important thing in every debate?

• Being the one person to talk the most!

• Listening and sharing with your peers.

• Proving yourself right.

• Proving others wrong.

Is it better to live life carefully and safely or is it better to take risks and live life dangerously?

Share below.

• Always be careful!

• Take risks!