Argumentation and Persuasion Terminology Quiz

What does the term "Argument" refer to in the context of argumentation and persuasion terminology?

• The use of emotional appeal to convince someone.

• The appeal only to logic, relying solely on facts, data, statistics, etc.

• A broad statement that is assumed to be true without evidence.

• The middle ground in a discussion that allows both sides to win.

What is the role of "Premise" in an argument?

• to state a fact.

• To state the conclusion of the argument

• To refute opposing viewpoints

• To ask a question that the argument will answer

Using the Toulmin Model to map an argument, what are you looking for?

• Evidence and reasoning

• Claim and rebuttal

• Gaps and holes in the argument

• Backing and qualifier

What is a "Logical fallacy"?

• A type of reasoning error

• A branch of philosophy

• A mathematical concept

• A grammatical term

What is the "Rogerian Model" of argumentation?

• A method of argument where the speaker presents their viewpoint as the only valid one

• A technique in debate that focuses on winning by any means

• A strategy for resolving disagreements that emphasizes empathy and finding common ground

• A model of argumentation that relies heavily on statistical evidence

What does the term "Ad hominem" refer to in a fallacy?

• Attacking the argument's logic

• Attacking the person instead of the argument

• Supporting the argument with additional evidence

• Distracting from the argument with unrelated information

What is a "Red Herring" fallacy?

• Presenting two extreme options as the only possibilities

• Using a non-expert's opinion as evidence

• Distracting from the original argument with irrelevant information

• Assuming a cause-and-effect relationship based on the order of events

Which term describes an appeal to emotion in an argument?

• Ethos

• Pathos

• Logos

• Equivocation

What is the meaning of "Straw Man" in the context of a fallacy?

• Presenting a weak argument to easily refute it

• Changing the opponent's position and then attacking it

• Slipping into a conclusion without providing evidence

• Using misleading statistics to prove a point

What does it mean if a syllogism is described as "sound"?

• The argument is based on emotions

• The argument is based on ethical considerations

• The argument is true

• The argument presents a false dilemma