Which are types of formal debates? Check all that apply.Jefferson-MadisonLincoln-Douglasparliamentarypersonalpolicy
active listeneractive speakerpassive listenerpassive speaker
During a debate, Jonas listens as his opponent, Amena, makes her counterclaim. As an active listener, Jonas should listen closely to identify
A speaker uses logos to persuade the audience when
Read the resolution and the affirmative claim.Resolution: Higher education should be available at no cost in the US.Affirmative claim: All students should have access to a free college education. Within the last twenty years, the average cost of college has nearly tripled, making a college degree unobtainable for many. One report states that a four-year bachelor’s degree from a public university costs over $100,000—and this does not include any student loan interest.
In a debate, while the other person is speaking, the listener should
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Which type of formal debate is typically about current events or philosophy?
Read the excerpt from a transcript of a debate.Resolution: Students should be allowed to leave school for lunch.Maya: Given the growing emphasis on the importance of proper nutrition, students should be allowed to leave school for lunch. The US Center for Disease Control, the CDC, has stated that hunger is a factor in poor performance in school. By allowing students to leave campus, the school is giving students more opportunities to eat a good lunch. This will, in turn, lead to better overall academic performance among students.Ori: Students should not be allowed to leave school for lunch because they have a better chance of eating a healthy, balanced meal at school. While the CDC has mentioned the impact of hunger on students, the CDC has also stated that unhealthy eating is linked to lower grades and test scores. If students leave school for lunch, there’s no guarantee that they will eat something healthy, or that they will eat lunch at all. If students leave school at lunch, their school performance will suffer.
Which statement uses logos in its argument?
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