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Select the most effective message for the negative on the resolution "Citizens should have a right to internet privacy.”

A
New technologies make it easier for businesses to learn about our online activities.
B
The current approach to internet privacy discriminates against a lot of people.
C
Data collected on the internet can be useful and beneficial to consumers.
D
There’s nothing wrong with what’s happening on the internet.
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Which line in the affirmative speech uses a misconception?

A
“Everything we say, everywhere we go, and everyone we know is fair game.”
B
“Surveillance has a chilling effect on free speech and free association.”
C
“Surveillance . . . undermines free media, and threatens the free exercise of religion.”
D
“It doesn’t matter if the surveillance is done by governments or corporations.”
3

The affirmative position contains the misconception that "everything we say, everywhere we go, and everyone we know is fair game.” How can the misconception be addressed?

A
by showing how internet activity can be monitored
B
by showing how surveillance occurs in cities
C
by describing how governments monitor internet activity
D
by describing how internet activity is only one aspect of people’s lives
4

What strategy might the affirmative position use to address the negative position?

A
challenge whether the source is reliable
B
challenge the evidence that people avoid the tax
C
present the idea that improved health problems are worth the tax burden
D
present the idea that all taxes are burdens, but they still must be paid
5

Which piece of evidence most strongly supports the affirmative position statement?

A
I believe that people should be able to decide how to bring home their groceries.
B
Thousands of tons of plastic bags are thrown out each week in New York City.
C
The best way to help the environment is for everyone to pitch in.
D
Plastic bags require more energy to create than paper ones.
6

Which statement is the most logical interpretation of the evidence?

A
It challenges the opponent’s opinion.
B
It does not use personal opinions.
C
It provides convincing facts that support the affirmative position.
D
It provides convincing facts that support the negative position.

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