3rd Grade AOT Wednesday 6/4

Open Ended

Why is it important for advertisements to include relevant information?

Open Ended

Explain how the words “Join MILLIONS of users today!” could influence possible customers.

Multiple Choice

Which type of logical fallacy is being used when an advertisement tries to persuade you by showing that many people are already using the product?

• Bandwagon

• Ad Hominem

• Appeal to Emotion

• Generalization

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a logical fallacy commonly found in advertisements?

• Bandwagon

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Hyperbole

Open Ended

How did Starbucks use the appeal to emotion fallacy in their commercial?

Multiple Select

Which of the following advertisements contain an appeal to emotion fallacy? Select TWO correct answers.

• "Support your local community and shop small businesses – you will make a big difference!"

• "Our toothpaste is clinically proven to whiten teeth in just one week, backed by scientific research."

• "Thousands of happy customers can’t be wrong—switch to our service now and experience the difference!"

• "Create unforgettable family memories—choose our photo book service today!"

• "This shampoo is recommended by 9 out of 10 dermatologists for healthier hair."

Open Ended

Explain how the bandwagon fallacy can influence people's decisions when choosing a product or service.

Multiple Select

Which of the following advertisements contain a bandwagon fallacy? Select TWO correct answers.

• "Feel confident with the limited edition converse collection, buy yours today!"

• "Our shampoo is recommended by dermatologists for shinier, healthier hair."

• "Be part of the largest community of gamers worldwide—play now and join the fun!"

• "Studies show that our multivitamins provide all the essential nutrients you need daily."

• "Switch to our energy provider today and enjoy the same savings as thousands of other satisfied customers!"

Open Ended

How does the advertisement use a generalization fallacy to persuade customers?

Multiple Select

Which of the following advertisements contain a generalization fallacy? Select TWO correct answers.

• "Everyone who drives this car is living their dream—buy yours today and experience success!"

• "Studies show our sunscreen provides 98% UV protection for all skin types."

• "If you want to be a great parent, you’ll choose our educational toys—every great parent does!"

• "Our detergent works better than other brands, as proven in lab tests."

• "All athletes use our sports drink to boost their performance—join the winning team!"

Open Ended

Explain how the highlighted advertisements demonstrate a generalization fallacy.

Open Ended

How could the use of a generalization fallacy influence customers to purchase the product?

Multiple Choice

What is the main objective for students according to the Demonstration of Learning slide?

• Identify fallacies of logic in advertisements

• Create their own advertisements

• Draw a clock

• List types of advertisements

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are examples of the appeal to emotion fallacy?

• A commercial that makes you feel sad for abandoned animals to get donations

• An ad that says everyone is buying a product, so you should too

• A politician using statistics to support a policy

• A cereal box with a cartoon character

Open Ended

Why is it important to recognize logical fallacies in advertisements?

Multiple Choice

Which type of logical fallacy is being used in the advertisement for Slides shoes, and how does it persuade customers?

• Appeal to Emotion

• Bandwagon

• Strawman

• Slippery Slope

Open Ended

Reflecting on today's lesson about marketing information, what is one new thing you learned about identifying relevant information in advertisements?