Making points and explanations in a debate | English | Quizalize & Oak National Academy

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What is a debate?
- a performance on a stage
- a group of people reading speeches
- a structured argument between two teams ✓
An opinion must be justified in a debate with which of these?
- reasoning ✓
- facts
- another opinion
It is important to speak clearly and loudly in a debate so ...
- ... the audience can hear every word the speaker says. ✓
- ... the other team feel intimidated.
- ... you can gain extra points by being the loudest speaker.
What is an opinion?
- explaining why a person thinks something
- a view or belief that a person has ✓
- something that is true
What is reasoning?
- a structured argument between two teams
- a view or belief that a person has
- explaining why a person has a certain opinion ✓
Convincing someone will make them ...
- disagree with you.
- agree with you. ✓
- angry with you.

What is structure?
- the process of writing a list
- the way that something is organised ✓
- a list of instructions
Which three of these are reasons why is it important to follow a structure when making a speech in a debate?
- Using a structure helps an argument flow. ✓
- Using a structure makes it easier for an audience to follow. ✓
- Using a structure helps an audience to hear the speaker.
- Using a structure helps the speaker to manage their time. ✓
- Using a structure helps a speaker to make eye-contact with the audience.
Starting with the first, order these parts of the PEPS structure.
- 1
  
  ⇔
  
  point
- 2
  
  ⇔
  
  explanation
- 3
  
  ⇔
  
  proof
- 4
  
  ⇔
  
  summary
What might happen if a speaker did not follow a structure when making their speech?
- They may miss key parts. ✓
- They may speak more quietly.
- They may speak more loudly.
What is a point in a debate?
- the way something is organised
- an idea or reason to support an opinion ✓
- a way to summarise an argument
What is the purpose of the explanation part of the PEPS structure?
- to tell the audience what the speaker thinks or believes
- to summarise the speaker's argument
- to give reasons to help the audience understand a point ✓

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A speaker does not need to follow a set structure when making a speech in a debate.

There are many benefits to following a structure when making a speech in a debate.

Structure - A structure is the way something is organised.
Point - A point is an idea or reason to support your opinion.
Explanation - An explanation means giving reasons to help someone understand an opinion.