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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the primary goal of using persuasive language in debates?
To confuse the opponent
To move the judges beyond the natural impact of the argument
To introduce new arguments
To summarize the debate
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.11-12.8
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What does the term "nuance" imply in a debate context?
An unrealistic analysis
A very detailed analysis or specific part of an argument
A false choice presented by the opponent
A basic summary of the debate
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is a "false dichotomy?"
A false choice presented by the opponent
An unrealistic analysis
A specific part of an argument
A detailed analysis
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RL.11-12.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.1
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What does "slippery slope" describe in debate terminology?
A detailed analysis
A specific part of an argument
A false choice
An unrealistic analysis
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RL.11-12.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.1
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
How can loaded words benefit a debater?
By allowing the audience to fill in analysis
By making arguments longer
By simplifying complex ideas
By confusing the judges
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.11-12.8
CCSS.RI.8.5
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the significance of "analysis" in debates?
It refers to the opponents' arguments
It is used to describe the ideas that prove your point
It is a term for the conclusion of the debate
It is used to describe the process of questioning
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RL.11-12.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.1
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Why is it important to discuss the impacts on individuals in debates?
To make arguments more complex
To lengthen the debate
To confuse the opponent
To show accurate outcomes and make them seem important
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RL.11-12.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.1
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