K03 | Advanced Debate Entrance Quiz

In a CREI model, what does “Claim” represent?

• The story behind the argument

• The main point you are trying to prove

• The evidence you found on Google

• The example you want to use

What is the role of “Reasoning” in an argument?

• To repeat your claim louder

• To summarize the round

• To show how your example connects to your claim

• To ask a POI

Which of the following best represents “Evidence”?

• “Many scientists say that climate change is caused by human activity.”

• “I think this is true.”

• “This debate is fun.”

• “I don’t agree with you.”

What is the purpose of the “Impact” in the CREI (Claim - Reasoning - Evidence - Impact) structure?

• To explain why your argument matters in the real world

• To restate your evidence

• To attack your opponent personally

• To summarize the rules of the game

Which of the following includes a full CREI argument?

• “School uniforms are boring. They limit student creativity, and many schools with flexible dress codes report higher satisfaction. ”

• “School uniforms should be banned because I don’t like them.”

• “Ban uniforms now!”

• “School uniforms should be banned. They limit student creativity (reasoning), and many schools with flexible dress codes report higher satisfaction (evidence). This affects students’ confidence and individuality (impact).”

What makes WSDC format different from WSC?

• It includes POIs (Points of Information)

• It’s only for university students

• Teams do not use prepared motions

• Teams do not use prepared motions

In WSDC, how many total speakers participate in one round (both teams combined)?

• 4

• 8

• 10

• 6

What is the role of the third speaker in WSDC format?

• To introduce new arguments

• To summarize the debate and compare the clashes

• To read a quote

• To read a quote

 What is the best response to an opponent’s strong argument?

• Ignore it

• Repeat your argument again

• Offer a clear rebuttal with reasoning and evidence

• Say “you’re wrong” loudly

What should you do if your team forgot to define the motion at the start?

• Skip it, it’s not important

• Add a definition later during the next speech or rebuttal

• Hope the judge forgets

• Ask the audience for a definition