Debate Quiz

Which of the following is the debate topic to be used in the final showcase?

• School uniforms should be required

• Homework should be banned

• Social media companies should have the right to censor content on their platforms

• Social media companies should be allowed to show advertisements

The following are the criteria for selecting strong debate topics, except one.

• Effectively using search engines and database

• Relevance and Timeliness

• Potential for in-depth analysis and debate

• Availability of reliable information and sources

The topic should be ________ to the current social, political, or cultural landscape.

Which strategy for effective research best describes as using specific keywords, phrases, Boolean operators, and accessing specialized databases such as academic journals, government databases, and industry-specific resources?

• Evaluating the validity and relevance of sources

• Identifying reliable and credible sources of information

• Balanced perspectives and arguments

• Effectively using search engines and database

Which are the reliable and credible source of information?

• academic journals

• government publications

• reputable news outlets

• wikipedia

When choosing a debate topic, it should have a balanced perspectives and arguments. It should not be heavily ______ towards one side or viewpoint.

What is debate?

Answer explanation

A formal discussion on a particular topic in a public meeting or legislative assembly, in which opposing arguments are put forward.

What is a counterargument in a debate?

Answer explanation

• 1) An argument or set of reasons put forward to oppose an idea or theory developed in another argument.

• 2) A counterargument involves acknowledging standpoints that go against your argument and then re-affirming your argument.

What is a rebuttal?

Answer explanation

1) A statement that a claim or criticism is not true.

2) In a nutshell rebuttal consists of the arguments that your team raises in response to the arguments of your opposition.

Reliable sources are that are authoritative, ________, and unbiased.