Debate Format Recovery Quiz

What is the primary purpose of argument writing?

• a) To entertain the audience

• b) To argue your point and convince others

• c) To inform the audience

• d) To provide historical facts

What must teams avoid during their speeches?

• a) Adhering to timer rules

• b) Engaging with the audience

• c) Going off topic

• d) Using rhetorical devices

What is the maximum duration for an opening statement?

• a) 1 minute

• b) 2 minutes

• c) 3 minutes

• d) 4 minutes

Who gives the context about the issue in the debate?

• a) Deputy Leader

• b) Prime Minister

• c) Government Whip

• d) Member of Government

Which of the following is NOT a transition word/phrase for conclusions?

• a) In conclusion

• b) Lastly

• c) On the other hand

• d) To sum up

What is a proponent?

• a) A person who disagrees with something

• b) A point in opposition to the argument

• c) A point that supports one’s ideas and/or thesis

• d) A person who presents the counterclaim

What should the body of an argumentative essay contain?

• a) An introduction and thesis statement

• b) Three to four paragraphs including evidence and counterclaims

• c) A list of sources

• d) Personal anecdotes

Which word is associated with the process of discrediting the arguments that oppose your thesis?

• a) Argumentation

• b) Counterclaim

• c) Refutation

• d) Proponent

What is a claim in argumentative writing?

• a) A summary of the text

• b) An opinion that must be proven with evidence

• c) A narrative story

• d) A list of facts

What is the role of the Government Whip?

• a) To present new ideas

• b) To conclude the debate

• c) To expand on the Prime Minister's points

• d) To rebut the opposing team’s views