Debate Club Lesson 6 Review

What does "A" stand for in the A.R.E. argument?

• Analysis

• Argument

• Answer

• Action

What is the purpose of debate?

• To learn how to fight

• To learn how to defend ideas

• To improve math skills

• To speak slowly

Which team supports (agrees with) the motion in a debate?

• Opposition

• Neutral team

• Proposition

• Opposing team

In debate, what is the job of the 1st speaker?

• To provide the conclusion

• To introduce the team's position and main argument

• To present counterarguments

• To remain neutral because he is just beginning the debate

Who are the neutral participants in a debate?

• Proposition

• Opposition

• Judges

• Audience

What does the term "Opposing Team" refer to?

• The negative team

• The team debating against your team

• The team that judges the debate

• The team that supports the motion

What is the second part of the A.R.E. argument?

• Example

• Reason

• Respond

• Rebuttal

Why is teamwork important in debate?

• To confuse the opponent as they will see too many people

• To divide speaking roles and responsibilities

• To have more speakers

• To make debating easier

What is the "Debate Hamburger" used for?

• To explain how to make a burger

• To describe how a hamburger tastes

• To explain the different roles of debate speakers

• To discuss the importance of eating together

What is the main job of the 2nd speaker in a debate?

• To summarize the debate

• To build on the 1st speaker’s argument and rebut the opponent’s argument

• To remain neutral

• The second speaker should focus on a lot of rebuttals and summarizing the team points