What is the topic/opinion being expressed by the speaker? What facts does s/he use to support that opinion?
What could you do in order to verify that the speaker's facts are indeed true? Where could you look for confirmation?
If you could find the “perfect” piece of evidence to support the position of the speaker, what would it be? For example, would it be a statistic, a quotation or a scientific study?
What do you think the speaker believes in, to take that particular point of view? In other words, what is her or his political perspective?
Brainstorm at least three other points of view on this issue (include both those that agree with you and those that oppose). What other people or groups might disagree with the speaker and why? Who else might have a different interpretation?