Debate and Speech

Test your knowledge on the art of debate and speech.

15 Questions Published

Questions

Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is NOT a type of debate?

  1. Lincoln-Douglas
  2. Policy
  3. Public Forum
  4. Cross-Examination
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the purpose of a thesis statement in a speech?

  1. To introduce the topic of the speech
  2. To state the speaker's opinion on the topic
  3. To provide evidence to support the speaker's opinion
  4. To summarize the main points of the speech
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the difference between a debate and a discussion?

  1. A debate is a formal argument between two or more people, while a discussion is an informal conversation.
  2. A debate is a competition, while a discussion is not.
  3. A debate is about winning, while a discussion is about learning.
  4. All of the above
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is NOT a common type of speech?

  1. Informative
  2. Persuasive
  3. Entertaining
  4. Argumentative
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the most important thing to consider when preparing for a debate?

  1. Knowing your topic
  2. Organizing your arguments
  3. Practicing your delivery
  4. All of the above
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is NOT a common type of evidence used in a debate?

  1. Facts
  2. Statistics
  3. Anecdotes
  4. Opinions
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the best way to deliver a speech?

  1. Loudly and clearly
  2. Slowly and deliberately
  3. With a lot of hand gestures
  4. With a lot of eye contact
Question 8 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is NOT a common type of debate format?

  1. Lincoln-Douglas
  2. Policy
  3. Public Forum
  4. Round Robin
Question 9 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the purpose of a rebuttal in a debate?

  1. To attack the other team's arguments
  2. To defend your own team's arguments
  3. To summarize the main points of the debate
  4. To introduce new evidence
Question 10 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is NOT a common type of speech delivery?

  1. Manuscript
  2. Memorized
  3. Extemporaneous
  4. Impromptu
Question 11 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the most important thing to remember when giving a speech?

  1. To be confident
  2. To be prepared
  3. To be engaging
  4. All of the above
Question 12 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is NOT a common type of debate topic?

  1. Politics
  2. Economics
  3. Social issues
  4. Science
Question 13 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the best way to prepare for a speech?

  1. Practice your delivery
  2. Research your topic
  3. Organize your arguments
  4. All of the above
Question 14 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is NOT a common type of speech contest?

  1. Declamation
  2. Original oratory
  3. Extemporaneous speaking
  4. Impromptu speaking
Question 15 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the most important thing to remember when debating?

  1. To be respectful
  2. To be persuasive
  3. To be knowledgeable
  4. All of the above