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Debating Basics
Debate Terms
Debate Roles
Matching Challenge
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What is a structured argument on a topic with opposing sides?

Debating 

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  • The topic or idea being debated, like “Schools should ban homework.”


Motion

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  • The person who decides the winner of the debate.

adjudicator

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  • This word matches the meaning “Listeners who may vote.”

audience

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The skill that debating builds to helps you speak clearly in front of others.

Confidence 

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  • The team that supports the motion in a debate.

affirmative team

200

  • The team leader who speaks first and summarizes the arguments

the captain

200

  • This word matches the meaning “Convincing others effectively.”

persuasive

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  • The ability to convince others effectively during a debate.


being persuasive

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  • The team that opposes the motion in a debate.

negative team

300

  • The group of listeners who may vote on the debate outcome.

audience

300

  • This word matches the meaning “Team leader who speaks first and summarizes.”

captain

400

A real-world example where you might see debating, like politicians discussing laws.

On the TV

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  • The person who tracks speaking time to keep the debate on schedule.

the time keeper

400

  • The role responsible for introducing speakers and keeping order during the debate.

chairperson

400

  • This word matches the meaning “Opposes the motion.”

negative team

500

The three main skills debating improves, including confidence, clear communication, and...

Listening

500

  • The person who manages the debate, ensuring it runs smoothly.

chairperson

500

  • The role that ensures each speaker stays within their allotted time, critical for a fair debate.

the time keeper

500

  • This word matches the meaning “Topic or idea debated.”

motion