Weekly Overview Flashcard

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What is a false dilemma?

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A logical fallacy that presents only two options when more exist, often oversimplifying complex issues.

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What is the main characteristic of a false dilemma?

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It reduces options to only two choices, ignoring other possibilities.

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What does a red herring do in an argument?

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It introduces irrelevant information to distract from the main issue.

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Provide an example of a false dilemma.

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"We can either stop using cars or face environmental disaster."

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What is an appositive phrase?

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A noun or noun phrase that renames another noun right beside it, providing additional information.

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Does an appositive phrase include a verb?

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No, only a descriptive noun phrase.

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What is the purpose of identifying logical fallacies?

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To enhance critical thinking and improve argument analysis by recognizing flawed reasoning.

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What is a straw man argument?

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A fallacy that misrepresents an opponent's argument to make it easier to attack.

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What is false causation?

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A logical fallacy that assumes a cause-and-effect relationship without sufficient evidence.

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What is hasty generalization?

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A fallacy that draws a conclusion based on insufficient or biased evidence.