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Debate Structure and Roles
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Debate Structure and Roles
🎯 Part 1: Understanding Debate Structure
1. What are the four key parts of a formal debate? Number them in the correct order.
_____ Opening statements
_____ Arguments (claim + evidence)
_____ Rebuttals
_____ Conclusion
2. Which part of a debate involves introducing the topic and your team's position?
Opening statements
Arguments
Rebuttals
Conclusion
3. What is a rebuttal in a debate?
A new argument for your side
Responding to the opponent's arguments
Summarising your main points
Introducing evidence
4. Fill in the blanks: A strong argument needs a clear __________ supported by reliable __________.
claim, evidence, rebuttal
👥 Part 2: Debate Team Roles
5. Match each speaker role to their main responsibility by drawing lines:
Opening Speaker
Rebuttal Speaker
Conclusion Speaker
Responds to opponent's arguments
Introduces topic and team position
Summarises key points
6. Which speaking techniques are important in a debate? (Check all that apply)
Clear voice
Appropriate volume
Eye contact
Respectful tone
Speaking very quickly
7. Why is it important to listen carefully during a debate?
💭 Part 3: Debate Components Practice
8. Read this statement: "Students should have homework because it helps them practise what they learned in class and develop good study habits."
Identify the parts:
Claim: _________________________________
Evidence: _________________________________
9. Write one example of respectful disagreement you could use in a debate:
10. What is one thing you're looking forward to learning in this debate unit?
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