Logic Pre-Test

What is logic?

• The study of emotions

• The study of reasoning and argumentation

• The study of weather patterns

• The study of historical events

Which of the following is an example of deductive reasoning?

• All dogs have fur. Spot is a dog. Therefore, Spot has fur.

• Most birds can fly. Tweety is a bird. Therefore, Tweety can fly.

• Some fruits are sweet. Oranges are fruits. Therefore, oranges are sweet.

• None of the above

Inductive reasoning is based on:

• General principles to specific instances

• Specific instances to general principles

• Emotions and feelings

• Guesswork and random ideas

Which of the following is a logical fallacy?

• Drawing conclusions based on evidence

• Attacking the person making an argument rather than the argument itself

• Using factual evidence to support a claim

• Following a logical sequence of steps

What is a premise?

• A conclusion based on evidence

• A logical fallacy

• A statement that supports or leads to a conclusion

• An emotional response to an argument

Which of the following is NOT a valid argument form?

• Modus Ponens

• Ad Hominem

• Hypothetical Syllogism

• Disjunctive Syllogism

If all A are B, and all B are C, then:

• Some A are not C

• All A are C

• Some C are not A

• None of the above

What is the purpose of a counterargument?

• To weaken the main argument

• To strengthen the main argument

• To ignore the main argument

• To confuse the audience

Which of the following is an example of a circular argument?

• A is true because B is true. B is true because A is true.

• A is true because it is supported by evidence.

• A is true because most people believe it.

• A is true because it is logical.

What is the purpose of critical thinking?

• To accept information without question

• To analyze and evaluate information logically

• To memorize facts and figures

• To make decisions based on emotions