ELA.7.R.2.4 - FAST Prep (BREAK FAST!)

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What is an ad hominem fallacy?

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An ad hominem fallacy occurs when an argument attacks a person's character or motive instead of addressing the argument itself. This weakens the reasoning by diverting attention from the actual issue.

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What is circular reasoning?

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Circular reasoning is a logical fallacy in which the conclusion is included in the premise of the argument, creating a loop that does not provide valid support for the conclusion.

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What is a strawman fallacy?

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A strawman fallacy occurs when someone misrepresents an opponent's argument to make it easier to attack, rather than addressing the actual argument.

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What is an appeal to authority fallacy?

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An appeal to authority fallacy occurs when someone argues that a claim is true simply because an authority figure believes it, without providing further evidence.

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What is inductive reasoning?

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Inductive reasoning involves drawing general conclusions from specific observations or patterns. It is often used to make predictions based on evidence.

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What is deductive reasoning?

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Deductive reasoning starts with a general statement or hypothesis and examines the possibilities to reach a specific, logical conclusion.

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Why is a clear and debatable claim important in an argumentative essay?

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A clear and debatable claim guides the structure of the essay and informs the reader of the stance being argued, making the argument more effective.

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What is the difference between inductive and deductive reasoning?

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Inductive reasoning moves from specific observations to broader generalizations, while deductive reasoning starts with a general statement and deduces specific conclusions.

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What is logical reasoning?

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Logical reasoning is the process of using structured, coherent thinking to arrive at a conclusion based on evidence and premises.

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What is emotional reasoning?

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Emotional reasoning is the process of making decisions or forming conclusions based on emotions rather than logical analysis.