Balloon Debate

Students argue in character why they should stay in a sinking hot-air balloon; class votes who goes.

Procedure

1. Assign each student a famous person, profession, or concept.
2. Set the scene: all are in a sinking balloon — one must go each round.
3. Each student gives a 1-2 minute persuasive speech.
4. Class votes on who to remove.
5. Repeat until one remains.

Tips

• Give 5 minutes prep time for speeches.
• Allow the audience to ask one question per speaker before voting.