WorksheetsDebate Final Review
Total questions: 69
Worksheet time: 48mins
In a policy debate, this team speaks first
Affirmative
Negative
an argument used to support your position in a debate
contention
rebuttal
refutation
presumption
Which of the following is a correctly worded resolution for a policy debate?
Resolved: The Religious Freedom Restoration Act should be repealed.
Resolved: The the Indiana General Assembly should repeal the Religious Freedom Restoration Act
The Indiana General Assembly should repeat the Religious Freedom Restoration Act
Resolved: That the Indiana General Assembly should not repeal the Religious Freedom Restoration Act
Defining the terms of the resolution is important for all of the following reasons EXCEPT
to set the boundaries for the debate
to challenge your opponent's understanding
to understand how the resolution may be interpreted
to prepare you to research and debate the resolution
The three stock issues in a policy debate are
Need, Status Quo, Practicality
Need, Practicality, Definitions
Need, Practicality, Desirability
Need, Practicality, Policy
Which stock issues argues either that a change is necessary or that the status quo is enough?
Need
Practicality
Desirability
Policy
Which stock issue addresses whether the proposed change will do what the affirmative teams says it will do?
Need
Practicality
Desirability
Policy
Which stock issue addresses whether benefits will occur as a result of the proposal?
Need
Practicality
Desirability
Policy
The 1st Constructive Speeches of both the affirmative and negative contain which of the following parts?
Introduction, Definition of Terms, Need
Introduction, Definition of Terms, Desirability
Introduction, Plan, Desirability, Practicality
Introduction, Need, Desirability, Practicality.
a two person debate in which one speaker argues the affirmative side and the other the negative side of the resolution
Lincoln-Douglas debate
policy debate
cross-examination
burden of proof
a four-person debate in which a team of two argue the affirmative side and the other team the negative side
policy debate
Lincoln-Douglas debate
contention
cross-examination
The 2nd Constructive Speeches of the affirmative and negative contain which of the following parts?
Need, Desirability, Practicality, Conclusion
Desirability, Practicality, Conclusion
Definition of Terms, Need, Desirability. Conclusion
Definition of Terms, Practicality, Conclusion
All of the following are included in the introduction of the 1st Constructive Speech EXCEPT
a persuasive attention-getter to encourage the audience to listen
a statement of the resolution
a definition of terms of the resolution
a statement of the speaker’s position on the resolution.
Based on the description, identify the policy debate speech
This is a pre-prepared speech which outlines the main arguments in opposition to the resolution. It is not expected to directly answer the arguments made in the 1st Affirmative Constructive. The speech should contain the very best arguments in opposition of the resolution. These are the arguments the negative will defend throughout the debate.
1st Affirmative Constructive
1st Negative Constructive
2nd Affirmative Constructive
2nd Negative Constructive
Based on the description, identify the policy debate speech
This is also a pre-prepared speech which presents that second half of the affirmative team's case in support of the resolution. It is not expected to directly answer the arguments made in the 1st Negative Constructive. The speech should contain the very best arguments in favor of the resolution. These are arguments the affirmative will defend throughout the debate.
1st Affirmative Constructive
1st Negative Constructive
2nd Affirmative Constructive
2nd Negative Constructive
Based on the description, identify the policy debate speech.
The last pre-prepared speech of the debate, this speech presents the second half of the negative's team case in opposition to the resolution and in support of the status quo. It is not expected to directly answer the arguments made by the Affirmative team. The speech should contain the very best arguments in opposition of the resolution. These are the arguments the negative will defend throughout the debate.
1st Affirmative Constructive
1st Negative Constructive
2nd Affirmative Constructive
2nd Negative Constructive
Based on the description, identify the policy debate speech
This speech delivered by the 2AC speaker, begins to "run the debate" for the affirmative case. The 2AC speaker starts with the Need Stock Issue, reiterating the affirmative's argument, telling what the opposition did to disprove it, and then giving more evidence to reestablish it. The 2AC speaker may continue on to the next stock issue, Practicality, if time allows. Any issues not addressed are the responsibility of the 1AC speaker.
1st Negative Rebuttal
1st Affirmative Rebuttal
2nd Negative Rebuttal
2nd Affirmative Rebuttal
Based on the description, identify the policy debate speech.
The final speech of the debate, delivered by the 1AC speaker, continues to run the debate for the affirmative case. This is the last chance for either team to address their opponent's claims and rebuild their own. The 1AC speaker should begin with the stock issues not addressed in the 1st Negative Rebuttal, refuting the negative's arguments and rebutting their own.
1st Negative Rebuttal
1st Affirmative Rebuttal
2nd Negative Rebuttal
2nd Affirmative Rebuttal
What does the opposing team do after each constructive speech?
refutes the opposing arguments
rebuilds their own arguments
adds/corrects definitions of terms
cross-examines their opponent
In a policy debate, which team has the burden of proof?
affirmative
negative
In a policy debate, which speeches are prepared ahead of time?
constructive speeches
cross-examination questions
rebuttals
What is the main type of proposition encountered in team debate?
policy
affirmative
fact
value
The affirmative team does all of the following EXCEPT
has the burden of proof
agrees with the status quo
advocates for change
presents a plan
Which of the following is NOT TRUE about the status quo?
The status quo means "the way things are done right now."
The status quo is defended by the affirmative team in a debate.
The status quo is defended by the negative team in a debate.
The status quo refers to the changes proposed by the affirmative.
L-D debates are named for
Lincoln and Davidson
Lyndon and Douglas
Lyndon and Delano
Lincoln and Douglas
Unlike a policy debate resolution, an L-D resolution
argues a proposition of fact
argues a proposition of value
argues a proposition of policy
In both a policy and L-D debate, what is the correct order of speeches?
constructive, cross-examination, refutation
constructive, rebuttal, refutation, cross-examination
rebuttal, cross-examination, constructive
constructive, cross-examination, rebuttal
In both a policy and L-D debate, the constructive speech accomplishes all of the following EXCEPT
presents the speaker’s primary arguments
provides support for those arguments
addresses the arguments of the opposition
provides credible sources for evidence
The section of a bill that proposes reasonable fines or penalties related to the bill
Administration
Provisions – Eligibility
Justification of Funding
Penalties
The section of a bill that identifies the agency or department of the government responsible for implementing the legislation
Administration
Terms and Benefits
Authorization and Appropriations
Provisions – Eligibility
The section of the bill that those who are eligible to benefit from the legislation
Terms and Benefits
Provisions – Eligibility
Purposes
Justification for Funding
Based on the text, identify the section of the bill.
(1.) To decrease the number of individuals that die while waiting on the transplant list.
(2.) To give incentive for more people to donate their organs.
(3.) To support families and loved ones of those who donate organs.
(4.) To reward those who give such an ultimate gift.
Purposes
Provisions – Eligibility
Terms and Benefits
Administration
Based on the text, identify the section of the bill.
The money for the program would come from The Indiana Department of Health and the Indiana Donor Network.
Administration
Authorization of Appropriations
Justification for Funding
Penalties
According to Roberts Rules of Order, to introduce new business, you say
“Point of information”
“I move that . . .
“I move we take from the table. . .”
“I move the previous question”
For which of the following actions can you interrupt the speaker?
Introduce business
End debate
Amend a motion
Request information
Which of the following actions is debatable?
Amend a motion
End debate
Adjourn a meeting
Request information
Which of the following actions does not require a vote?
Adjourn a meeting
End debate
Request Information
Suspend further consideration of something
To end debate on a motion, you say,
“I call for division of the house”
“I move the previous question”
“I move we take from the table. . .”
“I move that we adjourn”
The voice vote sounds close and may not have gone your way. You say,
“I call for division of the house”
“Point of information”
“Point of order”
“I move the previous question”
During debate you have a question. You say,
“Point of privilege”
“Point of order”
“Point of information”
“I move the previous question”
All of the following actions are amendable except
Adjournment
Introducing business
Requests for information
Asking for vote by actual count
Which of the following actions requires a 2/3, not a majority, vote to pass?
Adjournment
Amending a motion
Introducing business
Ending debate
You wish to end the meeting. You say,
“I move that we adjourn”
“I move that we recess until. . .”
“I move that we table it”
“I move that we postpone this matter until. . .”
In a Problem-Solving Group Discussion, which is the correct order of steps?
Define the problem, identify the causes, brainstorm possible solutions, establish criteria for solutions, evaluate solutions and select best option
Define the problem, identify the causes, establish criteria for solutions, brainstorm possible solutions evaluate solutions and select best option
Define the problem, establish criteria for solutions, identify the causes, brainstorm possible solutions evaluate solutions and select best option
Define the problem, identify the causes, brainstorm possible solutions, evaluate solutions and select best option
Based on the question(s) or statement(s), identify the problem-solving step
What is the exact nature of each solution? How would it correct the problem?
Brainstorm Possible Solutions
Define the Problem
Establish the Criteria for Solutions
Evaluate Solutions and Select the Best Option
Identify the Causes of the Problem
Based on the question(s) or statement(s), identify the problem-solving step
How often does the problem occur? Who tends to be involved with the problem most often?
Brainstorm Possible Solutions
Define the Problem
Establish the Criteria for Solutions
Evaluate Solutions and Select the Best Option
Identify the Causes of the Problem
Based on the question(s) or statement(s), identify the problem-solving step
The solution should be one that. . .
Brainstorm Possible Solutions
Define the Problem
Establish the Criteria for Solutions
Evaluate Solutions and Select the Best Option
Identify the Causes of the Problem
Based on the question(s) or statement(s), identify the problem-solving step
Why is this happening?
Brainstorm Possible Solutions
Define the Problem
Establish the Criteria for Solutions
Evaluate Solutions and Select the Best Option
Identify the Causes of the Problem
Based on the question(s) or statement(s), identify the problem-solving step
How can the problem be solved?
Brainstorm Possible Solutions
Define the Problem
Establish the Criteria for Solutions
Evaluate Solutions and Select the Best Option
Identify the Causes of the Problem
Based on the question(s) or statement(s), identify the problem-solving step
How well does this solution satisfy the criteria? Would a combination of solutions be best?
Brainstorm Possible Solutions
Define the Problem
Establish the Criteria for Solutions
Evaluate Solutions and Select the Best Option
Identify the Causes of the Problem
In Monroe’s Motivated Sequence, which is the correct order of steps?
Attention, Need, Visualization, Satisfaction, Action
Attention, Need, Satisfaction, Visualization, Action
Attention, Satisfaction, Need, Visualization, Action
Attention, Satisfaction, Visualization, Need, Action
Based on the excerpt, identify the Monroe’s Motivated Sequence step
Hi, it's Vince from Shamwow, you'll be saying wow every time. It's like a shammy, it's like a towel, it's like a sponge. A regular towel doesn't work wet, this works wet or dry.
Action
Attention
Need
Satisfaction
Visualization
Based on the excerpt, identify the Monroe’s Motivated Sequence step
But if you call now, within the next twenty minutes cause we can't do this all day, we'll give you a second set absolutely free. So that's eight Shamwows for $19.95. It comes with a ten year warranty, here's how to order.
Action
Attention
Need
Satisfaction
Visualization
Based on the excerpt, identify the Monroe’s Motivated Sequence step
Now we're gonna do this in real time, look at this, put it on the spill, turn it over without putting any pressure, 50% of the cola...right there The other 50% the color starts to come up no other towels' gonna do that. It acts like a vacuum, and look at this virtually dry on the bottom. See what I’m telling ya Shamwow you'll be saying wow every time.
Action
Attention
Need
Satisfaction
Visualization
Based on the excerpt, identify the Monroe’s Motivated Sequence step
This is for the house
The Car
The Boat
The RV
Shamwow holds 12 times its weight in liquid.
Why do you want to work twice as hard? It doesn't drip, doesn't make a mess, wring it out. You wash it in the washing machine.
Action
Attention
Need
Satisfaction
Visualization
Based on the excerpt, identify the Monroe’s Motivated Sequence step
I can't live without it, I just love it! Oh my gosh I don't even buy paper towels anymore. If you're gonna wash your cars or any other vehicle, you'll be out of your mind not to own one of these. All I can say is SHAM! WOW!
Action
Attention
Need
Satisfaction
Visualization
In a policy debate, which team speaks last?
Affirmative
Negative
Based on the description, identify the policy debate speech
This is a pre-prepared speech that provides the primary affirmative arguments in favor of the resolution. It is important that the constructive speech be carefully planned. The speech should contain the very best arguments in favor of the resolution. These are the arguments the affirmative will defend throughout the debate.
1st Affirmative Constructive
1st Negative Constructive
2nd Affirmative Constructive
2nd Negative Constructive
In order to “run the debate,” a speaker does all of the following EXCEPT
talk about points brought up by the opponent
take the offensive
reiterate each argument point by point
close with a summary
In which speech do you rebuild your side’s case?
the affirmative
the constructive
the rebuttal
. the refutation
