
Logical Fallacies
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English
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11th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a logical fallacy?
Back
A logical fallacy is an error in reasoning that renders an argument invalid or unsound.
2.
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What is 'begging the question' or 'circular reasoning'?
Back
A fallacy where the conclusion is included in the premise, assuming what it is trying to prove.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an 'ad hominem' fallacy?
Back
A fallacy that attacks the person making an argument rather than the argument itself.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a 'hasty generalization'?
Back
A fallacy that draws a conclusion based on insufficient or biased evidence.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a 'false dilemma'?
Back
A fallacy that presents two options as the only possibilities when more exist.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a 'slippery slope' fallacy?
Back
A fallacy that suggests that a minor action will lead to major and often ludicrous consequences.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a 'red herring'?
Back
A fallacy that introduces irrelevant information into an argument to distract from the original issue.
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