Logical Fallacies Quiz

Which of the following is an example of an ad hominem fallacy?

• John's opinion on climate change is invalid because he has bad taste in clothes.

• John's opinion on climate change is wrong because he is not a scientist.

• You can't trust John's opinion on climate change because he failed his views on climate have been proven wrong many many times.

• John's opinion on climate change is irrelevant because he failed has taken money from environmental groups.

What is a hasty generalization fallacy?

• A hasty generalization fallacy is a logical fallacy where a conclusion is drawn based on insufficient or limited evidence.

• A hasty generalization fallacy is a type of argument that relies on emotions rather than facts.

• A hasty generalization fallacy is a logical fallacy where a conclusion is drawn based on extensive and thorough evidence.

• A hasty generalization fallacy is a type of argument that uses personal attacks instead of addressing the issue at hand.

Which of the following is an example of a false analogy fallacy?

• Comparing two colors to each other

• Comparing two things that have similarities

• Comparing two types of vegetables

• Comparing apples to oranges

What is a red herring fallacy?

• A red herring fallacy is when a logical fallacy is used to support an argument.

• A red herring fallacy is when someone intentionally lies in an argument.

• A red herring fallacy is when an irrelevant topic is introduced in an argument to divert attention from the main issue.

• A red herring fallacy is when personal attacks are made in an argument.

Which logical fallacy involves attacking the person making the argument instead of addressing the argument itself?

• appeal to authority

• red herring

• ad hominem

• False Analogy

What is the main characteristic of a hasty generalization fallacy?

• Drawing a conclusion from extensive evidence

• Drawing a conclusion from data or other evidence

• Drawing a conclusion from random evidence

• Drawing a conclusion from insufficient or evidence

Which logical fallacy involves making a comparison between two unrelated things?

• false analogy fallacy

• straw man fallacy

• red herring fallacy

• ad hominem fallacy

What is the main characteristic of a red herring fallacy?

• Introduction of irrelevant information or arguments

• Clear and concise argumentation

• Presentation of strong evidence

• Use of logical reasoning

Which logical fallacy involves introducing irrelevant information to divert attention?

• straw man

• ad hominem

• red herring

• slippery slope

What is the purpose of an ad hominem fallacy?

• To present a counterargument against the argument.

• To attack the person making an argument instead of addressing the argument itself.

• To strengthen the argument being made.

• To provide evidence supporting the argument.