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Debates help students improve their skills in the areas of problem solving, critical thinking, communication, teamwork and leadership. For this class activity, divide your students into six teams. Two groups will be competing against each other at a time during the classroom debate. There are a total of three debate questions so each student in your class will participate in a debate and will be an audience member for two debates. The debate questions are about the caste system in India.
Included in the Resource:
✓ Debate questions pertaining to the caste system in ancient India
✓ Debate Strategies
✓ Debate Structure
✓ Planning Guide for Opening Statement
✓ Planning Guide for Cross-Examination Questions and Answers
✓ Ballot Sheet for Audience Members