Question

What example below best demonstrates how the teachers used respectful language and tone during the debate?
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2 points
A) The teachers spoke calmly and waited their turn to speak
B) The teachers spoke angrily and were impatient for their turn to speak
C) The teachers supported their claim with textual evidence

Answer 1

A) The teachers spoke calmly and waited their turn to speak

Answer 2

What specific evidence did Mrs. Geddes use to support her argument?
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2 points
A) Mrs. Geddes said, “Yes, trampoline parks are a great way to improve your health.”
B) Mrs. Geddes said, “ The American Council on Exercise notes that trampoline workouts can be low-impact, reducing stress on joints compared to other forms of exercise."
C) Mrs. Geddes agreed with the debate question.

Answer 3

B) Mrs. Geddes said, “ The American Council on Exercise notes that trampoline workouts can be low-impact, reducing stress on joints compared to other forms of exercise."

Answer 4

What specific evidence did Mrs. Lynch use to support her argument?
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2 points
A) Mrs. Lynch said, “I do not believe that going to a trampoline park is a great way for people to improve their health.”
B) Mrs. Lynch said, “The American Academy of Pediatrics has issued warnings about the potential dangers of trampoline use, especially for children. The Journal of Pediatric Orthopedics has reported a high incidence of trampoline-related injuries, including fractures and sprains."
C) Mrs. Lynch disagreed with the debate question.

Answer 5

B) Mrs. Lynch said, “The American Academy of Pediatrics has issued warnings about the potential dangers of trampoline use, especially for children. The Journal of Pediatric Orthopedics has reported a high incidence of trampoline-related injuries, including fractures and sprains."

Answer 6

During a debate each presenter should support their claim with facts, examples, or quotes from a trustworthy source. This is called providing ____.
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2 points
A) elaboration
B) jargon
C) evidence

Answer 7

C) evidence

Answer 8

What type of language should be used when a person presents information to an audience in public?
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2 points
A) Standard (Formal) English
B) Informal English
C) Jargon

Answer 9

A) Standard (Formal) English

Answer 10

A statement for or against something is called _____.
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2 points
A) supporting evidence
B) reason
C) an argument

Answer 11

C) an argument