Unit 5 Introduction to Debate

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Across
  1. 2. A belief about what is right, important, or worthwhile.
  2. 6. A set of reasons that support a claim.
  3. 8. A method of questioning to spark critical thinking.
  4. 9. A personal belief or view, not always based on fact.
  5. 10. A detailed reason or description to clarify something.
  6. 11. Something that can be proven true.
  7. 12. To show or prove why something is right or reasonable.
  8. 14. A formal discussion where opposing sides present arguments.
  9. 16. Facts or details used to support a claim.
  10. 17. A single idea or statement made in support of a side.
  11. 19. A rule, law, or plan of action, often discussed in debates.
  12. 21. A close-up view; focusing on small details or examples.
  13. 23. Based on facts and reason, not emotions.
Down
  1. 1. The statement or issue being debated.
  2. 3. The subject or idea being discussed.
  3. 4. A big-picture view; looking at the issue as a whole.
  4. 5. To back up an idea with evidence or examples.
  5. 6. The side that agrees with the resolution in a debate.
  6. 7. A mistake in reasoning or a false argument.
  7. 13. A number or data point used as evidence.
  8. 15. A cause or explanation for a belief or action.
  9. 18. Makes sense and follows clear reasoning.
  10. 20. Doesn’t make sense or lacks reason.
  11. 22. A word or phrase that helps organize ideas in a speech (like “first,” “however,” or “in conclusion”).