Debate Prep Worksheet
WHP ORIGINS / LESSON 9.4 ACTIVITYSTUDENTMATERIALSDEBATE PREP WORKSHEET1Unless otherwise noted, this work is licensed under CC BY 4.0. Credit: “Debate Prep Worksheet”, OER Project, https://www.oerproject.com/Debate Preparation WorksheetDirections: To prepare for the upcoming debate, fill in your statement (position), major points, and supporting examples. Also, try to figure out what the other team might say and be ready to make counterarguments in response to their points.1. StatementState the answer to the debate question or the opinion that you’ll be arguing:2. Major PointsAim to have at least four major points as part of your opening argument. Each major point should clearly support your statement. Each major point should also have a piece of supporting evidence. Use your claim-testing skills to help ensure your supporting evidence is high quality.Major Point 1Examples and supporting evidenceName:Date:
WHP ORIGINS / LESSON 9.4 ACTIVITYSTUDENTMATERIALSDEBATE PREP WORKSHEET2Major Point 2Examples and supporting evidenceMajor Point 3Examples and supporting evidence
WHP ORIGINS / LESSON 9.4 ACTIVITYSTUDENTMATERIALSDEBATE PREP WORKSHEET3Major Point 4Examples and supporting evidence3. ChecklistBefore you begin your debate, be sure you’ve covered all of the points below. You should also look at the “Debate Rubric,” which will help you understand the details of what you need to do to have a successful debate. Hold a practice round with your team as part of the preparation and use the Debate Rubric to “grade” your group members.•☐Position statement is clear and concise.•☐The overall argument is logical and easy to follow.•☐Major points strongly support the position statement.•☐The evidence provided supports the major points and is of high quality.•☐Good eye contact and tone of voice. Kept audience’s attention.