The Great Debate by Jonathan A. Wolfson - Chapters 1-3 Quiz

Definition of Debate

• argue about (a subject), especially in an angry manner.

• argue about (a subject), especially in a formal manner.

• agree about (a subject), especially in a formal manner.

• agree about (a subject), especially in a reckless manner.

To debate is to _______ with something specific.

What benefits does debate have to the participants?

• Team building skills

• Public speaking and presentation skills

• Leadership skills

• Group problem solving skills

The resolution is the _______ of every debate round.

• focus
• resolution

• affirmative

• round

There are ______ types of Resolutions.

• 5

• 6

• 3

• 4

There are ______ main types of debate.

• 1

• 3

• 5

• 4

Which one is NOT a Resolution?
​ (a)  

• Resolutions of Facts
• Resolutions of Value
• Resolutions of Policy
• Resolution of Debate

A complete argument has three components.
These three elements have special names.
Select all that apply.

• Claim

• Round

• Warrant

• Impact

Responding to the opponent's arguments, both the arguments they present to support their side and those used to respond to your team's arguments, is called _________.

The​ (a)   tells your audience that they should *​care* about the argument being made.

• Round
• Impact
• Advantage
• Persuasive power