Entertainment Debate Topics for Kids

801 debate topics, kids. Debatable motions with arguments for and against. Open the arguments below, pick one at random, or present them full-screen.

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1.
The Mortal Instruments series is better than The Infernal Devices series
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While it's true that the Infernal Devices takes place in a different era, this can make it difficult for many readers to connect to. The Mortal Instruments taking place in current times helps us relate even more and make us fall a little deeper into the story. With your…
possible spoilers ahead* I believe the Mortal instruments are better then the infernal devices because there are more plot twists. With the whole Jace's father plot twists and Sebastian. There is also more developed romances. Have and Clary have many more rocks in their…
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For goodreads, I got the average of each series. The Mortal Instruments has an average of 4.24, not counting the last book since it has not come out yet. The Infernal Devices has a 4.45 rating, being .21 higher. It would be unfair to evaluate the boxed set, because by then, the…
While the mortal instruments is a fine series, I believe the infernal devices has really been the better of the two. The Mortal Instruments, although it follows a deeper plot and has more content, it takes on a typical teenage romance genre while although the Infernal Devices…
2.
The Academy Awards should create a Best Blockbuster category
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Sh*t happens :P
You penis....
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Indeed it does. Again, my apologies
I am very sorry for my forfeiture, I simply forgot about the debate, I had things happening irl but I make no excuses and I apologise.
3.
Batman is the best DC superhero
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Intro: Time to get serious you forget thay my argument is stating not only is Batman the best superhero but also he has the tools to take down any hero or villain. And you chose The Flash which is commendable. And you frequently bring up the Flash's abilities which is cool and…
Well your source you gave on the term superhero credits Batman as a superhero if you actually read the whole thing since he is a coustumed crime fighter. And costumed crime fighters are deemed superheroes. Though Batman does not inherit superhuman powers as I mentioned in the…
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Introduction I would like to start again by showing that Batman is not a superhero. I will conclude with some facts about The Flash. Is The Batman a Superhero? No, because although being a costumed crime fighter is one of the criteria to be a superhero, another very important…
I will be going about this debate in two ways. Firstly, I will discredit Batman as "the best superhero" And secondly, I will be providing a better candidate for best superhero: The Flash. 1. Batman cannot be the best superhero simply because of basic definition. Superhero is…
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Batman is not a true superhero
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Thank you for starting the debate. This should be a fun one. Batman is not a true superhero. He is a fictional character. Therefore, he is a fictional superhero. He is not true. The PRO rests.
Because Wikipedia and Wiktionary are such valid sources? It doesn't even matter, because your other attacks don't follow through. You're saying that he and Superman were the archetypes, but that's not true. Superman was around about twenty years beforehand (Batman was making…
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I fully believe that batman is a true superhero. a)He is one of the original DC superheroes. The term was originally coined to describe him and Superman so he is the measure by which other superheroes are measured by. b)He is superhuman. I'd like to see any normal master of…
Wikipedia defines a superhero as "A superhero (also known as a super hero) is a fictional character "of unprecedented physical prowess dedicated to acts of derring-do in the public interest." A FICTIONAL character. Encarta defines a superhero as "a fictional character, e.g.…
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Disney princesses are bad role models for young girls
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I'd like to first start off with a common problem through out all except perhaps one of the princesses. They are all dependent on someone else (which is typically a man), especially the older princesses. They frequently are in need of a man's strength and wisdom to come and…
Topic: Disney Princesses are a bad role model for young girls. They are often disobedient and portray a dependence on men that is unrealistic and unhealthy. While they provide good entertainment for their audience (predominately young girls), it is also the case that these…
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This seems like a great debate topic. I would gladly defend my Disney Princesses. May the best woman win.
To close, many of the Princesses were a victim of their circumstance (as is especially the case for Aurora and Rapunzel) and the times – both the times they were written originally and the times during which the stories were retold by Disney. During these times, there were…
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Video games are detrimental to modern society
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First of all before I start, I never freaking agreed to those dumb terms that I had to follow. I will only follow the rules on this site and nothing else. I could care less about what you say and all that bs you write and I will only present my argument based on my own beliefs…
I challenge my opponent to prove that video games are indeed not detrimental to our society.
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I would like to thank the Pro for the opportunity to voice my opinion about how video games are not detrimental to the modern day society. Now before i start, I would like to inform the voters that and Pro, since we are in the same school, have agreed to certain rules which I…
Since this is the last round, I will be closing loopholes and leaving others open for possible future debates. I really had fun debating with Pro, and in the middle somewhere, I think we switched sides and back again. "Sorry to tell you, but you just humiliated and made…
7.
Nintendo is in long-term decline
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I was a nintendo fan all my life and I am sad to say that my faith is starting to be shaken. All nintendo games today are all mario, pokemon(I have nothing wrong with), and old zelda reboots (they recently starting to do this, and im happy with that). Nintendo releases a new…
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My opponent has forfeited the round. Please extend all my arguments.
I should preface my argument by admitting that I am not a hard-core Nintendo fan. I do have some experience with the company and the games, and I do find great enjoyment in them. Now, then, let us begin. I will post the links for all my sources. My opponent labels the debate as…
8.
Avenged Sevenfold is better than Metallica
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avenged sevenfold ,is real music they have a lot ,better guitar riffs than mettalica
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Please extend my arguments.
Please extend my arguments.
9.
Harry Potter encourages children to practice witchcraft
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While all fantasy include elements...most fantasy books don't specifically state processes for potions, spells, or more traditional forms of witchcraft. Magic in most other fantasy books is more akin to having superpowers than actually casting spells. And even then, how many…
The book centers on a lifestyle in spells and magic. While many of the spells and creatures are fantastical, the premise behind them...using body parts of creatures to create potions...definitely signifies a primary focus in witchcraft. The main ideas behind the Harry Potter…
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yes that is true but really most books do have fantasys in them like that and that's what makes a good book with imagination and adventure put into to make it exciting so really its just another book with adventures and many things to it put many people go to far and forsake it…
Many people would not let there kids read these books for this reason and I don't agree with it but they are great books for kids and there are so many people who enjoy the series and yet are normal people. There great books very famous and somewhat educational
10.
Minecraft is better than Roblox
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Sorry for your loss [banned word] *dabs* minecraft is still better
Minecraft doesn't have roblox game modes because Roblox is minecraft. . . But worse. Minecraft has similar gamemodes like Roblox's Call of roblox, Hide and seek, Block hunt, And hundreds of tycoons. Minecraft has all those games, Like Quake, One in the Chamber, Hide and Seek,…
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So I've been watching documentaries about the nuclear weapons dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, And frankly, The people who died are extremely retarded. Like, If I was there, I would go up to the nuke and say "Not Today! " and put my hands up, Catching the nuke and thereby…
Hit or miss I guess she took the kids huh she got a boyfriend, I bet she knows he beats "em mwa she lied in court and now she gets to *keep them* I"ll get to see them once or maybe twice a week, Hun hee hee haa haa hoo hoo ello my old chum, I'm gnot a gnelf, I'm gnot a gnoblin,…
11.
Teletubbies is a better children's show than Clifford
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Well played.... One last thing before this debate ends, and the voting sequence opens. Clifford. Is. Satan. Yes, the Devil, Satan, Lucifer, whatever you would like to call him. The Teletubbies may be about slavery and the will of man having creatures do our biding, but…
Here is a proof that Clifford.... Is DEAD: I'm sure you all know about the classic book series "Clifford the Big Red Dog" by Norman Bridwell. You know, the books consisting of a girl named Emily Elizabeth who loved a tiny red dog so much he grew into a big red dog, yeah that…
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nice on did i tell you that telatubies closly resemble victums from ww2. ya they resemple natzie experements so think about that satin or harmed and merderd jews whats worse. aso the blak one is rely new and is also satin himmself. so chew on that.
In the years since I stopped watching television I've never forgotten the Teletubbies. Something there hung with me. A foreboding. Something that the digitally enhanced colors, lilty childlike music and fluffy, impish dancing couldn't wipe away. Something dark. Darker than most…
12.
Pink Floyd is a better band than Led Zeppelin
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Wow, just wow......:P
I accept the terms, the BoP will be shared.I can divide my reasoning into key points.1. More creative songsThe creativity of there songs comes from there personal experience, wells say, take The Wall, not only was it about being a non-conformist, but also about a mental…
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I hope we can try this again sometime, I got pulled into some unexpected work and won't be done for a while. Hugs and horns, J.Y.A.A
Debate courtesy would be it's shared.
13.
Factions is the best Minecraft game mode
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sorry for the wait. Factions 'plugin' has pvp,basebuilding,raiding. There are endless of stuff to learn and do. Not only is factions is one of the most played 'plugin' it is also very popular on youtube. Example, thecampingrusher-600ksubs cedge-150k etc
Minecraft Factions is better than any other game modes such as minigames, survival, skyblock etc. for many reasons in which i will explain in my second paragraph of the argument.
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The Minecraft Factions plugin game-mode, essentially, is about creating a faction, establishing a fortress, and raiding other fortresses that belong to different factions. "Endless stuff to learn and do" is an exaggeration-the game can get boring, tedious, even. You need…
Minecraft Factions is not better than any other gamemodes in Minecraft. Technically, you can't even call them game modes, as they were not created by Mojang AB-instead, the proper term to use here would be "plugin game-mode" or simply "plugin", as the Factions plugin was…
14.
GIF is correctly pronounced jif
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According to the english diction, if an 'e' 'i' or 'y' follows the letter 'g', the pronunciation 'g' is a soft-g sound as in 'giraffe'. Last I checked, the 'i' in 'GIF' follows the 'g', therefore, GIF is pronounced like jif.
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Hello once again. steve wilhite Is a lizard in disguise and we can trust nothing he says. Therefore the opposite of what he says is the correct answer. Therefore it is GIF and not the completely ridiculous and lizard-human-loving JIF. My work here is done. Thank you for your…
Hello again I'd first like to point out that your argument is flawed. You can't prove that giraffes exist. Therefore the Pronunciation is irrelevant. Let me ask you to picture this- someone sends you a little picture on your technical device. What do u think? You think "this is…
15.
One Piece is a superior anime to Naruto
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Thank you for challenging me to this debate. I am a huge fan of both One Piece and Naruto, but I believe that One Piece is the slightly better anime. Let's say that there are 4 major criteria for judging an anime on: 1) Character Design This point definitely goes to One Piece.…
Still closed -_-
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] Since Pro holds the primary burden of proof if I simply negate every point Pro makes, I can win this debate.Rebuttal 1: Character DesignPro: I agree that Naruto has some pretty cool looking people in it, but ALL THE BOYS HAVE SPIKY HAIR!!!Reply 1: If you agree that Naruto has…
I leave it up to Pro to begin. BoP is primarily on Pro for obvious reasons.
16.
Anime dubs are better than subtitles
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We've spent the last two months arguing about this topic-its time to end this once and for all... round 1-announcing point of view/beginning arguements round 2-second arguements round 3-rebuttle/closing statement I think anime dubs are a good thing-not all the time mind you-but…
oops i ment dubs in the first arguement now then-i will need my opponent to build up his arguement before i destroy him please enter an arguement
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Well have you forfeit? I'd assume so because you never replied. Good debate sir.
Well it is nice to see you fixed it, but now back to the debate. I for one am a well what you could call an addict, I frequently watch anime and have found that (atlest in my opinion) subbed is much better then dubbed. Now I am sure we both have our own reasons for why we think…
17.
Video gaming is underrated as a creative medium
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-. Because of this correct label games, at least in this instance are correctly labeled. Therefore they aren't underrated" Maybe you should look at my definition of "underrated" again, you are bringing my first contention totally out of distortion. When I say underrated I mean…
Thank you for agreeing with the statement that games are rated for a reason and that they need be regulated in the same way as age limits on movies. Since this was not refuted I believe I should win this debate, also. Furthermore, something that was not refuted was, the reason…
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Now for my final input in this debate. My opponent in her 3rd round of debate addresses what she thinks is a failure to understand her definition of underrated. This is incorrect. I actually provide arguments that games are not underrated in both hers and my definitions of…
I will address each of my opponent's arguments in succession. First my opponent said that by agreeing with his/her original statement, "There's no difference between the M rated and the R rated or AO and NC-17. They are both rated for a good reason, so you don't buy them for…
18.
Subnautica is better than Roblox
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subnautica is better because it has more creativity than roblox with the crafting system and the better graphics.
post my argument
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Roblox is better than Subnautica, as it can allow the maker of the game to implement a variety of game mechanics, items, and stories, to create an original game,unless they create a rip off. It is also free, and offers a humongous variety of content, due to the creators of the…
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19.
The Wii is a better video game console than its rivals
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Contention 1+ : Price My opponent claims that the presence of a Blu-ray Disc Player can help the PS3 to be the superior video game console. However, remember that this debate is about which console is superior as a video game console. A video game console is technically "a…
We are debating Wii vs. PS3 (Slim, 120GB). For reference: . http://en.wikipedia.org... Much comparison data found here: . http://en.wikipedia.org...(seventh_generation) #Comparison Contention 1: Price The Wii currently costs $199.99, and comes with a Wiimote, a Nunchuck, Wii…
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Oh wow, we both forfeited. I am so sorry, I was extremely sick with a killer ear ache/infection, but its better now. It hurts a bit, but not the blood coming out of my ears madness from before. But why did Mongeese forfeit? Anyways, this has been a great debate, aside from the…
Contention 1:Price "The Wii currently costs $199.99, and comes with a Wiimote, a Nunchuck, Wii Sports, Wii Sports Resort, and a Wii MotionPlus. Meanwhile, the PS3 costs $299.99, and comes with only a single DualShock controller[1]." Yes, I will accept that the Wii comes with…
20.
Chess requires more skill to master than checkers
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Refutation MasteryCon is under the impression that the number of possible moves and the variety of complex rules in Chess does not mean it is more difficult to master. However, that is exactly what makes Chess harder. Complexity and Possibilities makes Chess harder. It is…
Alright I accept these changes, as long as Con continues to follow the formatting. The Number of PossibilitiesChess has more variety in pieces and a larger board, therefore making the game more difficult. Chess is played on 8x8 board with 32 pieces in total, 6 of which are very…
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I will begin with a quote, "We play chess but we can't analyse it, we analyse checkers but we can't play it." Remember the Pro agreed to the conditions of a Con win if he cannot show Chess is harder to master than Checkers. Thus if none of my opponent's points stand by the end…
Hi! While I'm quite the expert at chess, checkers is a relatively unknown domain to me so it will be interesting arguing for the other side! That being said, I want to propose a revision to the framework: If Pro cannot show that Chess requires more skill than Draughts/Checkers…
21.
Barbie has a more positive than negative influence on children
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Any questions can be posted in the comments section.
As my opponent forfeited the round I extend all of my arguments.
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I have nothing against Barbie. I am a straight 16 year old male who would still like to watch Barbie movies if given the chance. lol. But since i've got nothing to do here is my next argument. -Girls compare themselves to Barbie from a young age, which has a negative effect on…
Barbie is the main protagonist of the Barbie series since her name is "Barbie". I like the series called "Barbie and the nutcracker". It really has an influence on children especially girls because these children have imaginations that can relate to Barbie (they like to crack…
22.
Children should be allowed to play video games
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video games improve a lot of skills like hand eye coordination social skills and improve imagination.
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He forfeited. again. I win.
Since my opponent has forfeited this round, I see no need to argue other than to assert to my original arguments. They are not strengthening their thesis, only weakening it. I will return next round for rebuttal.
23.
Video games have value in modern society
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Many people believe that video games have no use for the people who play them. I do not believe this, and will debate someone who does. The first round will be for acceptance.May the best arguments win!
I will extend all my arguments.
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It really depends on how you use them and what kind of games you play. Unfortunately, popular games today are usually about wars and destruction which has little moral values to teach. Instead, it affects people, especially youngsters, in a bad way. It usually wastes time,…
24.
Halo is a better game series than Call of Duty
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Use this round to accept. Does anyone want to accept??
I believe I have said all i wanted to say. I believe I got my point across in Round 1 so for this round I am for the most part giving evidence of scores and reviews from both games franchises and you can see Halo is that bit better.. but before that I want to finish of my main…
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Considering the two games are in 2 separate 'war' eras, 'futuristic and present', you can not compare them fully. It all depends on your taste. If you like modern day warfare games such as Call of Duty, Battlefield, Medal of Honor etc. you will most likely not like futuristic…
25.
The French national anthem is better than the American national anthem
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Thanks for your points! 1. There is no question La Marseillaise is easier to sing. Only the first verse of each national anthem is sung. The words of La Marseillaise are easier to memorize: there are fewer words than in the American national anthem and also also the range of…
Thanks for joining in this debate. Let me continue by saying I don't wish to disrespect the American national anthem or take issue with its purpose or sentiments, which are most definitely noble. I feel the French national anthem is greater for the following reasons. 1. The…
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Excellent points. 1. Whether or not the national anthem is easier to sing in France arguably has nothing to do with how great the piece is. I have been a choir member for a number of years now, and through my study of music I have never seen a composition or composer held in…
Well met. I'll address each of the points you made, one at a time. 1. You claim that the French national anthem is easier to sing and memorize, and therefore a greater song. Firstly, La Marseillaise is seven verses long, not counting repeats of the refrain; I don't see how…
26.
Live theater is the greatest form of the performing arts
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Unfortunately, my opponent has forfeited his rebuttal round. To conclude my arguments for this debate, I would like to restate a few previous points It is possible to determine greatness. That greatness can be rejected by individuals, but if society considers something great,…
Thank you, Con, for the points to address. Indeed, it is possible for an individual to determine greatness. However, for something to be considered "the greatest" by the majority of people (or society), is also a legitimate definition, and in fact, is the definition that is…
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I will be arguing that there is no way to quantify the greatness of any form of art, the performing arts included. If the premise was that seven is greater than two, I would be a fool to argue otherwise. If the premise was that Carbon has a greater number of electrons than…
I accept and hope for a good and enlightening discussion of the arts!
27.
Fortnite is the best game today
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Well Fortnite has 45.5 million downloads so far and it is still growing and your game has about 3 million so not even close and do not get me started on how much money Fortnite has made versus Dark Souls 3.
Show me another game that can beat Fortnite
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well to start off just because it sells more does not mean its better especially with a free to play game vs a paid games. and the reason it got so big was almost purely from you tubers or famous people, so it would be stupid to compare them like that. the reason it made more…
i think dark souls 3s better multiplayer and has a campan for the less skilled players I will post my full responce after yours
28.
Only comic book readers should critique comic book movies
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People who don't read comic books are not aloud to have an opinion about a movie before watching the movie AND reading the comic that it was based off of.
Against
Forfeiture from my opponent.
Extend.
29.
Michael Jackson's album Thriller is his best album
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Contention 1: Sales It has sold the most albums in U.S. History and world history. Contention 2: Grammys He has won seven awards for "Thriller" more than any other album. More than any other album by Michael Jackson.
First off this debate is arguing which one of Michael Jackson"s albums is the best. The number of copies an album has sold determines how popular it is. If it sells a lot of albums that means a lot of people like it. The Grammys shows all of the people who are the best in the…
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And another.....
First off this debate is arguing which one of Michael Jackson"s albums is the best. The number of copies an album has sold determines how popular it is. If it sells a lot of albums that means a lot of people like it." How popular an album is does not indicate how good it is.…
30.
Sum 41 is a better band than blink-182
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I said they didn't win grammys, and sum 41's song fat lip was voted 3rd catchiest song of all time. their album all killer no filler went platinum in canada, usa and uk, so ha. and ther song blood in my eyes was nominated for a 2012 grammy, but lost to the foo fighters' white…
sum 41 was at the grammys, lost to foo fighters, and blink-182 wasn't even there. proof sum 41 is better
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Lets review this debate Sum 41 has only 1 award while Blink 182 has won 26.
1. I never herd of the Sum-41 and even no one at my high school here in Topeka, Kansas doesn't even know who they are. 2. Here are the Blink 182 albums: Stay toghether for the Kids, Blink 182, Neighborhood, and I personaly have the Ema of State, and I can go on and on but I…
31.
Video game age ratings should determine what thirteen-year-olds play
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Case 1- Online Play Ruined Kids Being Able to Play Video Games Now, video games are usually not the problem, but it is the online play which can lead to bullying and language and kids realizing that real life people say these things so they can. Let's take for example, Call of…
Hello there. This is my first debate and I will be taking the pro side of this. I will let you support your arguments first.
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FF equalls seven drop! I win.
Rebuttal 1:Lets stick to the topic shall we? We are talking about thirteen year olds. Not eight year olds. Also, a kid can walk in on is older brother watching true blood or the walking dead. Instead of just hearing it, he will see it. That is just like saying we should ban a…
32.
Playing real guitar is better than playing Rock Band
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yo man you know notin first of all the guitars in rock band have two sets of buttons and one side doesnt really i've tried and the game rock band is easy on drums guitar bass guitar and definetly microphone the songs on guitar hero are challenging and guitar hero is really…
i think guitar hero is better because they have cool attacks such as amp oveload or whammy those are cool and guitar hero has 5 games. guitar hero is for the 360, ps2, ps3 and thats it. also you can play online with other people and also co-op mode and really nice songs please…
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Thank you, and please, don't vote on you're game, read our arguments!
Ok, so I'll just go in the order my opponent stated things. First of all, I do know something about both games. I have Guitar Hero 2 and 3, AND Rock Band. ok. 1. Yes, there are two sets of buttons, but they do basically the same thing. Are they in the same order? Yes. Are they…
33.
Artificial happy endings completely ruin a story
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Teaches us that morality isn't black and white.
Let's not feed any more fake happiness to our children please!
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Truly faithful versions of fairy tales would be unsuitable for young children.
Hopeful endings are important for morale
34.
Batman has a better rogues gallery than Spider-Man
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Well, phooey. I'll just carry on with 3 more of my chosen villains.Bane He BROKE the BAT. No Spidey villain even has the guts to pull off something like that. Bane caused one of the most read, changing, and iconic storylines of all time: Knightfall. Knightfall even got a movie…
As I have instructed Con on his profile, we will both argue for 3 of our respective hero's villains in Round 2 and 3 and then 4 in Round 4, adding up to ten accounted villains. I will now defend my first three villains:1. The Joker How can you not love this guy? In many cases,…
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Venom: Venom is a nickname for an alien symbiotic that must fuse with other living organisms to survive. Who was the first person the symbiotic fused with on Earth? Spider-man. After Spidey managed to separate himself from it, the symbiote went on to fuse with a number of other…
My apologies to my opponent but I'm not going to be able to put forth an argument this round. I'll double up next round. Sorry bro.
35.
Dota 2 is a better game than League of Legends
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Dota 2 is free you don't have to buy league of legends to get it and the report system does work it puts players into low prio and it will mute them it is very well thought out. saying stuff like "lol" or "GG" is not poor conduct sometimes gg can be good and lol can have…
Taking more time to master all the heroes in a game is not considered skill. Dota 2 has a report system so you can get rid of all the bad players and players who feed or are mean. Also, dota 2 has lots of mods so you can mess around and dota 2 has lots of game modes to play in.…
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so your telling me that you can get a mod without the game that it was modded? the reason why it is poor conduct is because it has nothing to do with the debate itself, open your eyes bud, most people like league of legends better than dova 2, because dova 2 is a ripoff,…
Dota 2 has a report system? How does that change anything, they'll still be mean, reporting on that game doesn't do nothing. league of legends has lots of mods too you know, and including all the ones dota 2 has, why? Because dota 2 is a mod itself saying stuff like "lol" or…
36.
Children should be banned from video games with sexualized female characters
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My opponent says that it is all a matter of perspective. Sadly, in most scenes where a male character gets shirtless, the camera does not pan up and down their body. Sure, anything can be sexually objectifying if you look at it that way, but when the camera is strategically…
Truly disappointed that my opponent accepted this debate but has made no effort to reply. It's really one of the challenges of this website. I think there should be some kind of ban on users who forfeit debate rounds.
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In round 2, pro states "My first argument is that these representation of women enforces the belief or the culture that women are present merely as sex symbols" The point of a video game is to make it realistic for the gamer to play and enjoy. So when they give female…
I guess it depends on how you look at it. I mean, to you, there's no problem with male characters who are shirtless because it just proves how strong the character is, and to me, i have no problem with females with little clothing on because it just shows how strong and awesome…
37.
A crowbar is the best weapon during a zombie uprising
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Good luck. A nice choice, the baseball bat. A good weapon on the surface however the crowbar is not only a weapon but can also be a handy tool for survival. Some problems with the baseball bat as described by my opponent. As my opponent noted, when these bats are used in…
My position is simple. During the Zombie uprising, the best weapon is a crowbar. Yes you should always have a good amount of reliable weapon and shouldn't depend on just one. But the argument here is which is the best. I will let Con choose a weapon they feel is better and we…
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My opponent says that the bats would be useless in temperatures under 70 degrees Fahrenheit and that I said this. This is not true, in fact if you look at my above source [2] you will see that the actual temperature is 50 degrees Fahrenheit. This temperature warning is put in…
In this debate I will be showing both why a crowbar is not the best weapon to use during a Zombie Uprising and providing at least one example of a better weapon. First my explanations as to why a crowbar would not be the best weapon to use. I assume that by crowbar my opponent…
38.
Superman's powers are scientifically possible
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Voters, vote for my opponent. I will lose this debate most certainly.
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Thank you
I am typing a random sentence to maintain my streak of never forfeiting a round.
39.
Man of Steel is a terrible film
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Just try to write something...
Well thank you for wasting my time then -.-
Against
Your welcome.
I accidently accepted this debate.
40.
Nintendo is the best video game company
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Good job Con. I wanted to say that I read your entire argument- I don't have any answer to it. I am essentially saying, you win, Con. There isn't any way I can debate it. I concede that you are right on all your points. Good job, Con, you win. There's no way I can fight against…
Rebuttals: Argument A: Valve a. While I agree that Nintendo has made some stupid decisions in recent years, they still make high quality games and products. I agree that the entire company is out of touch lately, but Nintendo has made many good decisions in recent years, and…
Against
First I'd like to say that you debated very well, especially for a first timer. Second I really appreciate that you wrote this instead of just waiting out until you forfeit, that takes character.
Rebuttal: Argument 1: Valve a: My opponent has misinterpreted my argument. I am not simply saying that Nintendo has made bad decisions, although I do appreciate my opponent admitting it to be true. I am arguing that Valve is a better place to work for its employees, a fact gone…
41.
Twilight is better than The Hunger Games
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EDWARD IS 107 YEARS OLD!!!! He is obviously more mature than Peeta that needs to be fed soup when he is hurt. In conclusion, Twilight is better than The Hunger Games because Bella is both a role model and someone to relate to. She stands up for herself for being be a human with…
I think I have proved my point about how Bella is a character we can relate to and also a role model (at times). No one is a role model all the time. Bella's indecisive and weak personality is very humanistic and the point is that she over comes it in breaking dawn and she…
Against
Age is just a number, it doesn't necessarily reflect a person's measure of maturity. The fact that Peeta was injured and needed help eating, has nothing to do with his maturity level. Regardless, I believe that the Hunger Games are much more entertaining than Twilight. The…
Personally, I think the guys in the Hunger Games are more attractive. I think that their personalities and looks combined are much better than the two guys in Twilight, because they are more mature.
42.
Console gaming is better than PC gaming
For
I don't get what you're on to. You should be arguing for PC gaming not against. I'm doing that
I just like Consoles way better. Cheaper. Way more convenient. Better controls. Higher quality AAA Exclusives. It's all there for a cheap price. Consoles also have a better and more friendly UI than say Steam or onlive. It's also way more social. The PS4's "share" feature and…
Against
To begin with Console is gaming is much better and simpler to people. Consoles such as the Playstation 4 and XBOX One will easily over power PC's in the near future and people will altogether forget about PC gaming. Consoles have better gameplay, graphics, game variety, and…
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43.
Video games are harmful to kids
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You rightly point out that low test scores are not solely the result of gaming. I also appreciate your argument for moderation, as well as your inclusion of educational types of video games. However, the popularity of violent video games underscores how potentially dangerous…
Based on the deplorable results of all American school test scores in comparison to other countries, it is hard to believe video games to more good than harm. The 'stimulating of brain cells' by video games may be true, but it certainly hasn't done much to improve long-term…
Against
You bring up the point that violent video games are dangerous for developing minds. This is true that they can leave impressions on the youth in society. But you can"t put the blame solely on the video game and the company that produces it. The blame rests on the parent. Theses…
It is true that some people take video games to the extreme and let them rule their lives. They can cause a person to become lazy and uninterested in bland subjects that are necessary in life. But video games are not the only cause of this. There are plenty of other reasons…
44.
American Idol is rigged
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Thank you for accepting. American Idol, once again, is most definitely RIGGED. And yes, the word RIGGED is the proper term I am meaning to use. Not just "unfair" or anything like that. This passed summer at the Izod Center arena, New Jersey, around 16,000 to 18,000 young folks…
It's true. American Idol is not a fair game. Aside from becoming boring after way too many seasons, it is not a true quest to find real talent. People think you walk right in and see Simon, Paula, and Randy (or now, Randy, JLo, and Steven Tyler) and audition your first…
Against
No argument or refutation was challenged, and all still stand. Thank you for this debate.
Let me go through my opponent's points before my own. The first couple of paragraphs seems like nothing of value: uncited, personal subjective rubbish. If I went on a forum and posted that I was a judge and that the whole thing was rigged means nothing. What some people say on…
45.
Pokemon is superior to Digimon
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Pokï¿½mon keeps the continuity. By adding generations of Pokï¿½mon, (up to 5 by now) They have changed it. Yes, it does have the same process. But its not that simple. There is villains (team rocket, team Galactic), side adventures, (Poke-Contest and crazy mishaps), it has…
First. The sheer number of fans Digimon has is nothing compared to Pokï¿½mon. Pokï¿½mon sells more memorabilia in a day then digimon does in two weeks. (not a fact, common sense). Pokï¿½mon has many running t.v series and Digimon had 3 series to air in America. With Pokï¿½mon…
Against
Firstly, my opponent has completely ignored my arguments about the ways Pokemon has ruined kids lives. Secondly, I have already said that Pokemon was just a sellout and lost interest quickly, while digimon is still favored by many over the world. Thirdly, digimon appeals all…
The Digimon anime is not as generic. Just look at the different seasons: Season 3 took a turn for a more older audience. It introduced a different form of digivolution, and viewed the main characters as "Tamers" as opposed to "Digidestants"(which was what the kids were called…
46.
The Mona Lisa is genuinely smiling
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hey, the picture is named Mona Lisa regardless of the subject, and if you knew anything about art then you would know that a picture has emotion, it's just the emotions of the creater of the piece.
If u just look at the mouth, even take a ruler if you must but it is blatantly obvious that the Mona Lisa is smiling.
Against
While I understand that emotion can be conveyed through art, people in the actual artwork are left with the look that the artist gave them, therefore, no emotion. It's also pretty tough to even call it a smile. It could very well just be a small grin, or maybe a nervous twitch,…
Just like to reiterate my main points, A picture is an inanimate object, it is devoid of emotion, devoid of the ability to smile. Also, the Mona Lisa, has been under scrutiny with a conspiracy theory that Da Vinci is in fact the Mona Lisa. There are many variables, because the…
47.
Most modern children's cartoon characters have unnecessarily annoying voices
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"but Family guy and the Simpsons have weird voices, did you know that Bart Simpson is a lady do you think she's talking in her normal voice?" I did know that, actually. I fail to see how this is "annoying". In fact the actor to which you are referring, Nancy Cartwright, also…
"weird" is a vast understatement. "do you think kids would like to listen to cartoons if they didn't sound weird?" Look, listen sir, I am afraid you are getting off topic, let's discuss what REALLY matters, not what "kids would like", what I, HARLAN, LIKE. That is the important…
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I think that you can be funny and have an annoying voice. Thats just another reason to laugh at it cause they have weird voices, only you think that the voices are annoying. If you really think they have annoying voices why do you watch it?
Listen I don't know why you think so highly of yourself, but Family guy and the Simpsons have weird voices, did you know that Bart Simpson is a lady do you think she's talking in her normal voice?
48.
The Dark Knight is the greatest superhero movie ever made
For
hmmmm il give u the 1st chance
Against
Batman begins is better than the Dark Knight because "Batman Begins" is an alliteration, whereas "the Dark Knight" is not. That is my argument.Here is how voting should go:Sources: neither of us had one. Tie.Arguments: I (purposely) made an absolutely terrible argument (above),…
My opponent has once again forfeited.I ask... no, I DEMAND to know if there is an actual REASON to why my opponent hasn't argued for a debate that he himself STARTED or if my opponent just didn't want to SIT HIS BUTT DOWN AND SHOW CONSIDERATION FOR OTHER PEOPLE.He does'nt have…
49.
Color photographs are better than black and white
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Color vision could be made by mixing only three pure colors of light – red, green and blue – in proportions that would stimulate the three types of cells to the same degrees that the "real" colors did. To emphasize that each type of cell by itself did not actually see color but…
color makes the picture more clear
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I shall address my opponent's point before making my own. My opponent firstly has not made an argument, but secondly and worse has committed the cardinal sin of plagiarism.Firstly, and quite obviously, there is no argument here. It is simply stating how color photography…
As the Burden of Proof is on my opponent (both afirming something, and started the debate), I shall wait for her argument, as per the common courtesy of this site.
50.
Video games negatively affect children's behavior
For
Kids are mimicking tv characters behavior and are play fighting and other things. In addition kids are playing video games like Black OPs and Modern Warfare which gives them access to firearms NOT GOOD
Against
Pro has forfeited the debate. I extend all my arguments. My arguments remain unrefuted and Pro's resolution is effectively negated.
Pro has forfeited. I extend all my arguments and leave Pro their last round to formulate an argument. As of now, Pro's resolution has been negated and I maintain my current arguments.

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