7 Building Blocks of Effective Arguments

What is the purpose of a hook in a debate?

• To introduce the rebuttal
• To provide a conclusion
• To summarize the main points
• To grab the audience's attention

Which term refers to the main argument in a debate?

• Ethos
• Drive it home
• Hook
• Contention

Which appeal uses emotions to persuade an audience?

• Pathos
• Logos
• Ethos
• Contention

What does ethos appeal to in an argument?

• Credibility and trust
• Emotions
• Logic and facts
• Popularity

What does it mean to 'drive it home' in a debate?

• To present evidence
• To conclude the debate
• To introduce a new argument
• To emphasize the main point

What is a rebuttal?

• A summary of the debate
• An emotional appeal
• The main argument presented
• A response to counter an argument

What is logos in a debate?

• Logical reasoning and evidence
• Emotional appeal
• A summary of points
• Credibility of the speaker

Which of the following is NOT a persuasive technique?

• Applying logos
• Employing pathos
• Using ethos
• Ignoring counterarguments

What is the main goal of a debate?

• To persuade the audience
• To entertain the audience
• To confuse the audience
• To summarize information

Which of the following best describes pathos in a debate?

• It appeals to logic and reason.
• It uses emotional connection to persuade the audience.
• It focuses on the credibility of the speaker.
• It presents counterarguments to an opposing view.