Worksheet on Debate Preparation: For/Against Arguments
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A worksheet covering Debate Preparation - For/Against Arguments for GCSE students, set within a dystopian future context.
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Worksheet on Debate Preparation: For/Against Arguments
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Introduction to Dystopian Future Texts
In a future where society is controlled by an oppressive regime, individuals are monitored constantly through surveillance drones. Freedom of speech is restricted, and citizens are required to conform to strict behavioural norms. Resistance movements are organised in secret, risking severe punishment. The author depicts a bleak world where technology is used as a tool of oppression, yet also as a means of rebellion for the oppressed.
1.
What is the primary setting of the passage?
[2 marks]2.
Identify one method used by the regime to control citizens.
[2 marks]3.
Describe how the author presents the theme of rebellion.
[2 marks]B
Developing For/Against Arguments
Read the following statement and prepare arguments for and against it.
1.
Do you agree or disagree with the statement? Justify your answer in 1-2 sentences.
[2 marks]2.
List two reasons supporting the use of technology to suppress freedoms.
[2 marks]3.
List two reasons opposing the use of technology to suppress freedoms.
[2 marks]C
Creative Writing Task: Persuasive Speech
Write a persuasive speech either supporting or opposing the use of technology to control society in a dystopian future.
1.
Write a speech supporting the use of technology to maintain order.
[15 marks]D
Analysis of Persuasive Techniques
Identify the persuasive techniques used in the following excerpt.
1.
Identify two persuasive techniques used in this excerpt.
[2 marks]2.
Explain how these techniques influence the reader’s perception.
[2 marks]E
Debate Planning: For or Against
Choose a side on the proposition: 'Technology in dystopian societies should be used only for control, not for rebellion.' Create a brief outline of your arguments.
1.
List two arguments supporting the use of technology solely for control.
[2 marks]2.
List two arguments against this view.
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