Debate and Speech
Test your knowledge on the art of debate and speech.
Questions
Which of the following is NOT a type of debate?
- Lincoln-Douglas
- Policy
- Public Forum
- Cross-Examination
What is the purpose of a thesis statement in a speech?
- To introduce the topic of the speech
- To state the speaker's opinion on the topic
- To provide evidence to support the speaker's opinion
- To summarize the main points of the speech
What is the difference between a debate and a discussion?
- A debate is a formal argument between two or more people, while a discussion is an informal conversation.
- A debate is a competition, while a discussion is not.
- A debate is about winning, while a discussion is about learning.
- All of the above
Which of the following is NOT a common type of speech?
- Informative
- Persuasive
- Entertaining
- Argumentative
What is the most important thing to consider when preparing for a debate?
- Knowing your topic
- Organizing your arguments
- Practicing your delivery
- All of the above
Which of the following is NOT a common type of evidence used in a debate?
- Facts
- Statistics
- Anecdotes
- Opinions
What is the best way to deliver a speech?
- Loudly and clearly
- Slowly and deliberately
- With a lot of hand gestures
- With a lot of eye contact
Which of the following is NOT a common type of debate format?
- Lincoln-Douglas
- Policy
- Public Forum
- Round Robin
What is the purpose of a rebuttal in a debate?
- To attack the other team's arguments
- To defend your own team's arguments
- To summarize the main points of the debate
- To introduce new evidence
Which of the following is NOT a common type of speech delivery?
- Manuscript
- Memorized
- Extemporaneous
- Impromptu
What is the most important thing to remember when giving a speech?
- To be confident
- To be prepared
- To be engaging
- All of the above
Which of the following is NOT a common type of debate topic?
- Politics
- Economics
- Social issues
- Science
What is the best way to prepare for a speech?
- Practice your delivery
- Research your topic
- Organize your arguments
- All of the above
Which of the following is NOT a common type of speech contest?
- Declamation
- Original oratory
- Extemporaneous speaking
- Impromptu speaking
What is the most important thing to remember when debating?
- To be respectful
- To be persuasive
- To be knowledgeable
- All of the above