GUESTS:
| Guests: | Position: |
POST-VIEWING TASK
Analyze the episode from the point of view of its content: novelty of the ideas, validity of the argumentation. Make use of the expressions below.
- distort from reality
- appeal to emotions
- manipulate facts
- falsities and half-truths
- contradict the beliefs
- stable verifiable reality
- abandon truth
- trustworthy to the public
- resonate with people
- dominate and control the news cycle
- broadcasters of the truth
- distract people
- self-critical establishment media
- tolerate a wide range of opinions
- broad spans of ideas
- solid version of truth
- equip and empower people
- reinforcement of an idea
- the standpoint of the official media
- divert attention
UST | Toolkit
01 | Positions
The two opposing claims students defend.
A: Effective diplomacy is built on persuasion rather than pressure.
B: Effective diplomacy requires firmness rather than accommodation.
02 | Argumentation Prompt
Develop two arguments to support your position. Provide reasoning and relevant examples. Anticipate the opposing side’s arguments and prepare rebuttals.
03 | Language Challenge
Use at least four expressions from the Vocabulary Bank. At least one expression should be used to challenge or rebut your opponent’s argument.
04 | Printable Worksheet
Download the Verbal Joust worksheet →