Monday, April 23 ~ Start building your arsenal of evidence

GRAMMAR - confused words

• There means the opposite of here; “at that place.”
• Their means “belongs to them.”
• They’re is a contraction of “they are” or “they were.”

Practice there, their, they're


DEBATE

Impromptu Speeches

Before we begin, talk with your partner. Agree on three main THEMESS. Then share those with your opponents (Not the actual arguments, just your agreed on THEMESS. 

Research and Evidence

• Keep evidence organized by using THEMESS
• Analyze your research by using THEMESS

Time     Does it save people time?

Health      Does it allow people to be physically, mentally or socially healthier?

Education    Does it enable people to become better educated?

Money             Does it save people money?

Environment      Does it help the Earth's environment?

Safety                  Does it keep people safer?

Scripture                  Does it support a Christian world view?

Lines Side
Organize your cards by THEME.

This one is all about MONEY.

Each number corresponds with its matching website on the reverse.


Blank Side

The numbered websites correspond the the numbered notes on the other side.




In class, research with your partner. Make as many cards as you can. Do not repeat any information. Instead, split the THEMESS between the two of you. Work together to form a well rounded argument with many angles.

HW: 5 cards/partner (at least 3 pieces of evidence on each card) are due on Block Day. You definitely may want more cards before your debate, but this will be a good start.