Identifying Straw Man Arguments

Identifying Straw Man Arguments

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English

9th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a Straw Man Argument?

Back

A Straw Man Argument is a fallacy that occurs when someone misrepresents or oversimplifies another person's argument to make it easier to attack or refute.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Example of a Straw Man Argument: Person A says, 'We should save more money.' What does Person B respond with?

Back

Person B responds, 'So you don’t care if we have fun anymore?' This misrepresents Person A's argument.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When is a statement considered a Straw Man Argument?

Back

A statement is considered a Straw Man Argument when it distorts the original argument, making it easier to argue against.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify the Straw Man: 'We should help protect endangered animals.' 'So you want people to stop eating meat completely?'

Back

This is a Straw Man Argument because it exaggerates Person A's position.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify the Straw Man: 'Let’s eat healthier food at school.' 'I agree. That could help students feel better.'

Back

This is NOT a Straw Man Argument; Person B agrees with Person A's point.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of a Straw Man Argument?

Back

The purpose is often to undermine the original argument by attacking a distorted version of it.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you spot a Straw Man Argument?

Back

Look for responses that misrepresent the original argument or take it to an extreme.

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