Analyzing a Debate: Grade 7
This worksheet helps 7th-grade students analyze the structure, arguments, and persuasive techniques used in debates.
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Analyzing a Debate: Grade 7
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Read each question carefully and provide thoughtful responses. For questions requiring analysis, refer to a debate you have recently observed or participated in.
1. The is the central point or claim that a debater is trying to prove.
2. are statements or reasons offered to support a claim.
3. The act of proving an argument wrong or false is called .
4. A is a statement that contradicts or challenges another statement.
1. Which of the following is typically the first part of a formal debate?
Rebuttal
Cross-examination
Constructive speech
Closing statement
2. What is the primary purpose of a rebuttal in a debate?
To introduce new arguments
To summarize the debate
To respond to and challenge opposing arguments
To ask questions of the judge
1. Identify and describe one strong argument presented by the affirmative side in a debate you watched or participated in. Explain why you considered it strong.
2. Identify and describe one weak argument presented by the negative side. Explain why you considered it weak.
1. Using emotional language to sway the audience is an example of pathos.
True
False
2. Citing statistics and expert opinions primarily appeals to ethos.
True
False
Reflect on a recent debate you observed or participated in. In your own words, summarize the main arguments from both sides. Then, explain which side you found more persuasive and why, referring to specific arguments and persuasive techniques used.
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