Logical Fallacies

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English
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9th - 10th Grade
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Andrea K
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
What is a logical fallacy?
An error of reasoning, these are flawed statements that often sound true.
a correct use of logic
a different way to create an argument
none of the above
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.11-12.8
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Why is it important to know logical fallacies?
To get into arguments
To impress your teacher and classmates
To detect errors in your writing as well as others
None of the above
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.11-12.8
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Which one is NOT a category of a logical fallacy?
Not enough supportive information
Invalid/inaccurate information
too much distracting information
Correct and valid information
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RL.11-12.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.1
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
“It must be cool because everyone is doing it…"
Is an example of...
Slippery slope
Bandwagon Approach
Appeals to Authority
Oversimplification or Card Stacking
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Considered a fallacy of omission
- Material is simply left out or taken out of context, ignoring evidence that doesn’t support your opinion
Bandwagon Approach
Slippery Slope
Appeals to Authority
Oversimplification or Card Stacking
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
What is another term for Appeals to Authority?
Bandwagon Approach
False Authority
Oversimplification
None of the above
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.11-12.8
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
The counselors orient us where to take our tests.
To feel out of place
to help someone become familiar with a new place or situation
A person from the East.
A to have a sense of belonging
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
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