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English For Debate Debate topics 1. The differences between men and women are (not) innate. 2. Electronic books are (not) better than paper books. 3. We can (not) live a better life without mobile phones. 4. China should (not) restrict private ownership of automobiles. 5. Money can (not) buy you happiness. 6. New Graduates Should (not) Lower Job Expectations. What is a Debate A debate is a form of argument. It contains two teams arguing opposite sides of a “proposition” in an orderly manner, following agreed upon rules. The team that agrees with the topic is called the affirmative and the team that disagrees with the topic is called the negative. Teams argue their proposition using reasoning and evidence. The Benefits of a Debate develop positive attitudes toward the intellectual exchange of ideas develop an interest in the investigation of issues and problems become more adept at developing and putting forward ideas learn to think quickly learn to work as a team develop leadership skills develop speaking and listening skills. To be a good debater, you need… the confidence to speak in public. the ability to present an argument persuasively. the vision to understand that there are two sides to most arguments. the respect for others, to let them have their say. the sense of timing, to prioritize your material and speak in a given time period. the structure to order your thoughts, to introduce, develop and summarize your points. the general and specific knowledge of many current affairs topics, learnt through research and debate. the flexibility to react quickly to new ideas, and to remain unflustered in crises. Preparing for a debate, you should learn … to use a library, and to find the exact information you need in the shortest possible time. to be thorough and accurate. to analyze, to distinguish between the vital and the unimportant. to learn the need of proving your statements; of supporting every statement with valid evidence and sound reasoning to d