English Language

Question 1

1The tone of a debate speech should be

Easy

A. rude B. casual slang C. confident, persuasive and respectful D. hesitant

Question 2

2In a debate, the speaker should clearly

Easy

A. avoid the motion B. tell a story only C. support both sides equally D. state whether they are for or against the motion

Question 3

3Which is the best way to support an argument?

Easy

A. personal insults B. facts, statistics and examples C. shouting D. rumours

Question 4

4A "proposer" in a debate

Easy

A. keeps time B. supports the motion C. opposes the motion D. chairs the debate

Question 5

5Which is a fallacy (weak argument)?

Hard

A. Experts recommend it. B. Everybody does it, so it must be right. C. Data shows a 20% rise in accidents. D. Research proves it.

Question 6

6A WASSCE debate essay should begin with

Medium

A. a salutation to the chairperson, judges, debaters and audience B. "Dear Sir" C. the conclusion D. a title only

Question 7

7The statement being debated is the ___.

Easy

Your answer (fill in the blank)

Question 8

8A weak argument based on faulty reasoning is a ___.

Hard

Your answer (fill in the blank)

Question 9

9Which device appeals to the audience's emotions?

Medium

A. a list of numbers only B. a dictionary definition C. a footnote D. a moving anecdote about a victim

Question 10

10WASSCE debate essays are written in about

Medium

A. 450 words B. 50 words C. 20 words D. 2,000 words