Debating I

This task is about formal debate with affirmative and negative sides of a proposition argued by opposing speakers.

This resource is for debating in teams of three. 
Your teacher will provide you with instructions for your team.
Below is a list of some debating topics around school and teenage life. 

That ...

  • students who ride bikes to school should have a bike licence. 
  • knowledge is more desirable than wealth. 
  • school days are the best days of our lives. 
  • personal dress and appearance are purely a matter for the individual. 
  • children are happier than their parents. 
  • children should be paid for doing household chores. 
  • peer pressure is stronger than parental pressure. 
  • students expect too much of their teachers (or parents). 
  • our education system is doing a good job. 
  • driving should be included in the school curriculum.
  • the school day should be shorter.