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Debate Roulette

Speaking activity for ESL & Business English tutors

A controversial statement appears. Students argue for or against it — powerful for critical thinking and opinion expression.

How it works

  1. 1Statement appears on screen
  2. 2Students take a position and argue
  3. 3Tutor facilitates discussion
  4. 4Advances to next statement when ready

Best for

  • Critical thinking
  • Argumentation
  • Expressing opinions
  • Business English discussions

Example

"Remote work makes employees less productive." — argue for or against

Bulk import format

One statement per line (not a question — a statement to agree or disagree with)

See how it works

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What the tutor sees

Tutor View

Remote workThe customerEvery meetingFailing fast

or step through manually

Statement 1 of 4

Remote work makes employees less productive.

Useful Phrases

I completely agree because…I see your point, but…On the other hand…That's a fair point, however…
What the student sees

Student View

Remote workThe customerEvery meetingFailing fast

Remote work makes employees less productive.

I completely agree because…I see your point, but…On the other hand…That's a fair point, however…

Related mechanics

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