Debate Project
Names:_______________________________________________________________________________
With a partner you will debate a current topic in animal rights and welfare. One partner will debate on
the side of animal rights, and one on the side of animal welfare. Thorough research of your topic should
take place. Debates will take place on Monday and Tuesday (Feb 27 & 28). Topics and rubric are as
follows.
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Animals as Property
Scientific testing
Animal Agriculture
Caged Animals
Entertainment Animals
Veganism
Factory Farming
Fish & Fishing
Vivisection
Hunting
Use of furs
Each debate will consist of:
Item
1 minute “introduction”
from both sides
1 minute rebuttal from
each side
1 minute conclusion
from each side
1 minute question and
answer
Vote from the class for
which side they support
Presentation
Description
Points Available
Define position and reasons.
2
Defend position and “fight” arguments
2
Develop a strong closing argument to
win over the audience
Based on your ability to ask questions
and the questions you ask other
groups
Pretty self explanatory
2
Extras used to enhance the
presentation
1
Points
Received
2
1
Comments:
While visual aids are not required, they are encouraged as they will likely enhance your argument.
Class Votes
Animals as Property
Scientific Testing
Animal Agriculture
Caged Animals
Entertainment Animals
Veganism
Factory Farming
Fish & Fishing
Vivisection
Hunting
Use of Furs
For
For
For
For
For
For
For
For
For
For
For
Against
Against
Against
Against
Against
Against
Against
Against
Against
Against
Against