Debate Strategies and Techniques

Debate Strategies and Techniques

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, Journalism, Education

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Emma Peterson

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The video discusses the upcoming debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, focusing on their debate styles and tactics. It highlights Trump's use of the Gish Gallop technique and Biden's response to it. The video also analyzes Harris's evolving debate style, emphasizing her assertiveness. It concludes with a discussion on debate rules and expectations, including the use of muted microphones to prevent interruptions.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main challenge Kamala Harris faces in the upcoming debate against Donald Trump?

Grabbing the vibes

Understanding policies

Managing time

Avoiding interruptions

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Gish Gallop technique primarily used for?

To focus on one strong argument

To avoid answering questions

To overwhelm opponents with multiple points

To simplify complex issues

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Biden typically respond to Trump's Gish Gallop?

By ignoring it

By agreeing with Trump

By addressing each point

By changing the topic

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key strategy to counter the Gish Gallop technique?

Using humor

Ignoring the opponent

Focusing on the main question

Raising your voice

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has Kamala Harris's debating style evolved over the years?

From laid back to more assertive

From aggressive to laid back

From detailed to vague

From humorous to serious

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common perception of assertive women in debates?

They are seen as humorous

They are seen as indecisive

They are seen as weak

They are seen as aggressive

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one method used to prevent interruptions during debates?

Using a timer

Muting microphones

Increasing speaking time

Allowing audience questions

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