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Town Hall Debate

Role-play a town hall on a local issue; build a formal argument and rebut an opposing speaker.

Play style: Role Play
Module: Argument and Rebuttal: Distinguish claims from opposing claims; formal style
Grade: Grade 8 · English Language Arts
Standards: W.8.1

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