Debate and Speech

Description: Test your knowledge on the art of debate and speech.
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Which of the following is NOT a type of debate?

  1. Lincoln-Douglas

  2. Policy

  3. Public Forum

  4. Cross-Examination


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cross-Examination is a type of trial, not a debate.

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


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The thesis statement is the main point of the speech and expresses the speaker's opinion on the topic.

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


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above statements are true. 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.

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

  1. Informative

  2. Persuasive

  3. Entertaining

  4. Argumentative


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Argumentative speeches are a type of debate, not a type of speech.

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


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are important factors to consider when preparing for a debate.

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

  1. Facts

  2. Statistics

  3. Anecdotes

  4. Opinions


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Opinions are not evidence because they are not facts.

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


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Eye contact is the most important thing to consider when delivering a speech because it shows that you are confident and engaged with your audience.

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

  1. Lincoln-Douglas

  2. Policy

  3. Public Forum

  4. Round Robin


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Round Robin is not a common type of debate format.

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


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The purpose of a rebuttal is to attack the other team's arguments and point out their weaknesses.

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

  1. Manuscript

  2. Memorized

  3. Extemporaneous

  4. Impromptu


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Impromptu speeches are not a common type of speech delivery because they are given without any preparation.

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


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are important things to remember when giving a speech.

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

  1. Politics

  2. Economics

  3. Social issues

  4. Science


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Science is not a common type of debate topic because it is not a controversial issue.

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


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are important things to do when preparing for a speech.

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

  1. Declamation

  2. Original oratory

  3. Extemporaneous speaking

  4. Impromptu speaking


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Declamation is not a common type of speech contest because it is not a competitive event.

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


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are important things to remember when debating.

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