Why becoming more argumentative will make you smarter
This is a list of key vocabulary and expressions from the article in order of how useful they are. The student must choose 6 items from the list to study in the lesson.
To be inclined (to do something)
To be on good/ bad/ friendly etc terms
15 conversation-provoking questions related to the article.
How could becoming more argumentative make you smarter?
Why does the article mention science?
Do you agree that becoming more argumentative can make you smarter?
Do you think that students should be encouraged to debate in educational settings?
Who do you debate with?
Do you enjoy debating?
What skills do you need to be good at debating?
Are there any downsides to debating?
When is debating inappropriate?
Why do debates sometimes lead to arguments?
What can we do to stop our debates from turning into arguments?
Are you a stubborn person?
Is stubbornness a sign of intelligence?
When was the last time somebody changed your mind?
When was the last time you changed somebody’s mind?