Debate Final

Which of these is an example of a claim?

• Leo Messi is the best soccer player of all time.

• Leo Messi has scored over 400 goals for Barcelona.

• This proves that Leo Messi is the best of all time because he has more goals in La Liga than anyone else.

• Unlike Leo Messi, Diego Maradona won a World Cup.

Which of these is an example of evidence?

• Leo Messi is the best soccer player of all time.

• Leo Messi has scored over 400 goals for Barcelona.

• This proves that Leo Messi is the best of all time because he has scored more goals in La Liga than anyone else.

• Unlike Leo Messi, Diego Maradona won a World Cup.

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Which of these is an example of a counterclaim?

• Leo Messi is the best soccer player of all time.

• Leo Messi has scored over 400 goals for Barcelona.

• This proves that Leo Messi is the best of all time because he has scored more goals in La Liga than anyone else.

• Unlike Leo Messi, Diego Maradona won a World Cup.

What is it called when you prove that a counterclaim is weak or incorrect?

• a claim

• a rebuttal

Match the following key terms to their definition

• idea that is based on personal feelings

• Subjective

• Information that can be proven

• Opinion

• Personal belief

• Fact

• idea that is unbiased & based on facts

• Objective

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An ​ (a)   is what someone thinks or believes about something. An ​ (b)   , on the other hand, is when someone gives ​ (c)   to support their beliefs.

• opinion
• argument
• reasons
• fact
• conclusion

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A strong argument includes the following terms. Match the key term to its definition.

• explanation or justification of ideas

• Claim

• factual information that supports ideas

• Reason

• statement of your position or side

• Evidence

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Complete the statement:

To create a strong argument, start with a clear ​ (a)   that supports your side of the argument. Then, support it with three logical ​ (b)   that explain why your claim is ​ (c)   , and finally, back up each reason with ​ (d)   to strengthen your argument's claim.

• claim
• reasons
• valid
• facts
• opinions
• thesis
• arguments
• conclusion

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Which evidence would best back up your reasons? (choose more than 1)

• Data/Numbers

• Historical information

• Expert Viewpoints

• Scientific Study

• Personal Stories

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Which sources are the best places to locate factual information for your evidence? (Choose more than 1)

• Nonfiction Books

• News Outlets

• Government or Education Websites

• Expert Interviews

• Library Databases

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