Starter quiz

  • 'Proof' in a debate can be defined as something that is ...
    • made up
    • an opinon
    • real, factual and cannot be disputed  ✓
  • Which two of these are benefits of using proof in an argument?
    • helps to add credibilty  ✓
    • helps to persuade those who may be undecided  ✓
    • forces the audience to agree with the speaker
    • makes the opposing team look weak
  • In the PEPS structure, where would a speaker add proof to their argument?
    • first
    • last
    • after their explanation  ✓
    • after their point
  • Which two things could a speaker do to generate proof for their argument?
    • make it up
    • borrow it from a team member
    • conduct research, either online or by asking other people  ✓
    • use their own life experience  ✓
  • Anecdotes can work well in a speaker's proof. What are anecdotes?
    • facts
    • statistics
    • opinions
    • stories from life experience  ✓
    • explanations
  • What should a speaker be summarising during the summary part of their speech?
    • their life story
    • the most important parts of their argument  ✓
    • every single point in their argument
    • how their team is better than the opposing team
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