Logical Fallacies Quiz
Authored by Sydney Eichenbaum
English
9th - 12th Grade
CCSS covered
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
What are logical fallacies?
Strategies to strengthen an argument
Common errors in reasoning that undermine the logic of an argument
Facts that support a claim
Irrelevant points that provide evidence for a claim
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CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.11-12.8
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Logical fallacies can be identified because they:
Provide strong evidence for their claim
Are always true statements
Lack evidence that supports their claim
Make the argument more logical
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RL.11-12.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.1
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
What is the main difference between a logical fallacy and a persuasive technique?
A logical fallacy uses logic, while a persuasive technique uses emotion
A persuasive technique is meant to manipulate, while a logical fallacy is not
A logical fallacy often lacks logic or has skewed logic, while a persuasive technique combines logic with emotion to enhance the truth
A logical fallacy is meant to enhance the truth, while a persuasive technique is meant to be manipulative
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.11-12.8
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
CCSS.RI.8.5
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
What does the Either or Fallacy refer to?
The assumption that a complex issue can be reduced to only two possibilities, one of which is correct.
The belief that there are multiple correct solutions to an issue.
The use of evidence to logically argue a point.
The practice of changing the subject to avoid the topic at hand.
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RL.11-12.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.1
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
What is a hasty generalization?
A conclusion based on strong evidence.
A conclusion based on insufficient evidence.
A detailed analysis of a situation.
A specific example that supports a broad statement.
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RL.11-12.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.1
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Hasty generalizations are similar to which of the following?
Specificity
Overgeneralization
Understatement
Accurate representation
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RL.11-12.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.1
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of a hasty generalization?
Biking is a popular way to get around if people don't want to drive
Some people may prefer to play soccer rather than baseball
Someone from England visits New York City and notices most people around them don't own cars. They then conclude that Americans overall must not own cars
Offering a variety of food options can cater to different preferences at a diner
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RL.11-12.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.1
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