XII.1 - Essential Qualities of Debate

During a school debate competition at Lincoln High, what is a primary responsibility of a debate moderator to ensure fairness?

• To provide personal opinions on the topic

• To participate actively in the debate

• To remain neutral and unbiased

• To favor one side over the other

Why is clear communication crucial for a debate moderator like Heri?

• It ensures that only one side is heard

• It allows the moderator to express personal views

• It helps articulate rules and time limits clearly

• It enables the moderator to dominate the discussion

In a debate competition at school, what role does time management play for students like Nur and Joko?

• It allows speakers to exceed their time limits

• It ensures each speaker adheres to their allotted time

• It is not important in a debate setting

• It gives the moderator time to prepare their arguments

How does active listening benefit a debate moderator like Rudi?

• It enables the moderator to take sides

• It distracts from the main arguments

• It helps clarify misunderstandings and keep the debate on track

• It allows the moderator to ignore speakers

What is a key responsibility of a moderator when discussions become intense?

• Allowing free-for-all debates

• Taking a neutral stance

• Encouraging respectful dialogue

• Favoring one side's opinion

What is a key requirement for the Argument For team?

• Focus on emotional appeals
• Ability to remain silent
• Strong knowledge of the topic
• Lack of preparation

Which quality is essential for the Argument For group to persuade the audience?

• Clear and persuasive communication
• Avoiding logical reasoning
• Using complex jargon
• Focusing solely on rebuttals

What should the Argument For group be prepared for during a debate?

• To avoid any form of rebuttal
• To only present their initial arguments
• To respond to counterarguments with strong rebuttals
• To ignore opposing arguments

What is a critical skill for the Argument Against team?

• Critical analysis of opposing points
• Avoiding any form of analysis
• Blindly accepting the Argument For's claims
• Focusing solely on emotional appeals

Why is maintaining a calm demeanor important for the Argument Against team?

• It is not important at all
• It encourages disrespect towards the opposing team
• It helps focus on rational rebuttals
• It allows for emotional outbursts