
Tonight, Republican candidates for their party's presidential nomination with face off in a televised debate. Click
here to read an article describing five things to watch for in the debate. Then respond to one or more of the following writing prompts:
1. Did you see evidence of any or all of the 5 things the article said to watch for? If so, which ones? Describe what happened in the debate in one or more of the 5 areas. Why does what you saw matter?
2. In general, what would make a candidate successful in a debate of this type? Are these the same qualities that would make a presidential candidate a good president? Why or why not?
3. Of all the candidates who participated in the debate, which one impressed you the most? What specifically did he/she do that impressed you? Was it enough to make you want to vote for that candidate?
4. Of all the candidates who participated in the debate, which one was the least impressive? Why do you think so?