Speech and Debate Final Exam

Question

Most debate formats share the basic elements of arguing
(1 point)
for a resolution only.
against a resolution only. for or against a resolution. to create a resolution.
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Question 43
The statement of policy or of value around which both sides will build their argument is the:
(1 point)
proposition
affirmative
rebuttal
constructive
Question 44
A statement of refuting or minimizing a constructive is the:
(1 point)
• proposition
• affirmative
• rebuttal
• constructive
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A statement that is made to support either an affirmative or negative argument is the:
(1 point)
proposition
confirmative
rebuttal
constructive
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Question 46
What is the most fundamental skill you need to prepare for a debate is:
(1 point)
the ability to formulate an argument the ability to use facts the ability to tell a story incorporate historic quotes
Question 47
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A question that is asked for effect with no answer expected is:
(1 point)
• probing
• constructive
• rhetorical
• formulaic
Question 48
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The secret to the speaking success of great leaders is the following:
(1 point)
Extensive research
Extensive practice
Extensive revising and editing
All of the above
Question 49
Identify some common strategies used by the media in order to transmit messages.
(1 point)
perpetuating stereotypes.
using special effects.
using language.
O all of the above
Question 50
Which of the following is an example of a media argument using authority?
(1 point)
the "This Is Your Brain On Drugs" campaign
a commercial showing a loving couple giving each other gifts of expensive jewelry
"I'm Dr. Smith, and I have been recommending this pain killer to all of my patients for over 25 years."
a car commercial that tells you exactly how much money you will save when you buy during the month of December.
Question 51
A)
Which are aspects of human communication? Select all that apply.
(2 points)
) facial expressions
• speech
•gestures and body language
O cellular phone use

Answer 1

Here are the answers to your Speech and Debate Final Exam questions:

Question 42: Most debate formats share the basic elements of arguing
Answer: for or against a resolution.

Question 43: The statement of policy or of value around which both sides will build their argument is the:
Answer: proposition

Question 44: A statement of refuting or minimizing a constructive is the:
Answer: rebuttal

Question 45: A statement that is made to support either an affirmative or negative argument is the:
Answer: constructive

Question 46: What is the most fundamental skill you need to prepare for a debate is:
Answer: the ability to formulate an argument

Question 47: A question that is asked for effect with no answer expected is:
Answer: rhetorical

Question 48: The secret to the speaking success of great leaders is the following:
Answer: All of the above

Question 49: Identify some common strategies used by the media in order to transmit messages.
Answer: all of the above (perpetuating stereotypes, using special effects, using language)

Question 50: Which of the following is an example of a media argument using authority?
Answer: "I'm Dr. Smith, and I have been recommending this pain killer to all of my patients for over 25 years."

Question 51: Which are aspects of human communication? Select all that apply.
Answer: facial expressions, speech, gestures and body language

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