What is the first thing you should do when preparing research for a debate?
Find out what you know about your topic and how much more information you will need to have a well rounded understanding of your topic.
100
define "warrant."
The reasoning process between data and claim.
100
Are all generalizations sound? Explain why or why not.
No, the generalization must be factual in nature/wording. They must be able to be supported with trustworthy evidence.
100
Evidence forms the basis for ......
Reasoning
100
Name the four kinds of arguments.
Sign, Causal, Analogy, Example
200
Name the four parts of the research organizer in correct order.
Resolution,
Issue,
Argument,
Evidence
200
What are the two formal elements that provide the basis of support for an issue?
1) Reasoned Arguments 2)Evidence
200
when discussing generalizations, what are the two forms of arguments or reasoning that can be used?
Inductive and Deductive
200
Identify four sources that you could use to gain credible evidence.
Internet, resource books, completed studies, interviews, bibliographies, articles from publications....
200
What kind of argument asserts a generalization?
Example
300
Identify three of the guiding principles that were listed in your books.
See page 31
300
What are the three fundamentals for constructing an argument?
1)Reasoned Discourse 2)Generalizations 3)Forms of Argument
300
Identify an example if an Inductive argument.
teachers discretion
300
Reasoning takes place when the ____________ or __________ considers the ________________ of the facts and opinions presented and _______________ emerge.
audience, judge, meaning, generalizations
300
Explain why a debater must be careful using an Analogy.
All analogies are essentially false. No two things are ever exactly alike. A relationship must be established to show that the similarities are close enough to be significant.
400
Identify the information that should appear on a note card. Your answer must be in the proper order.
Topic,
Author(s),
Title of the research,
Publication/Date/Page,
Notes
400
Name the three forms of argument and a brief description of each.
1)Categorical: All of one thing leads to another thing. 2)Conditional: It is a hypothetical argument and uses "If...then" 3)Disjunctive: One thing will happen or else another thing will happen and it uses "either...or"
400
Identify and example of a sound deductive argument.
Teacher discretion
400
Identify how fallacies in your arguments can help or hurt your outcome when debating.
1)When identified, they show that you have drawn unjustifiable implications from the evidence. 2)If undiscovered it can trick the audience to think a certain way although it is an unwise chance to take because it would be difficult to support with evidence.
400
What kind of argument is: A buildup of troops in North Korea indicates hostile intentions toward South Korea. Explain why.
Sign Argument. It asserts that the presences of A indicates the presence of B.
500
Identify the four guidelines that should be followed when conducting an interview as part of your research.
1)The person must be knowledgeable on the topic and a reputable source. 2)Set an appointment time. 3)Plan interview questions. 4)Take clear notes for each corresponding question.
500
Provide me with an example of a conditional argument using one of your debate topics.
See page 37 or notes sheet
500
Identify an example of an inductive and sound deductive argument that could be used in one of your debate topics.
teacher discretion
500
Define evidence from our list of terms.
Matters of fact or opinion offered as support or proof for assertions advanced.
500
Explain the difference between a sign argument and a causal argument.
A sign argument shows if fact A exists, it is a good indication that fact B exists as well. A causal argument shows if fact A exists, it will cause fact B to follow.