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