Fallacies Quiz

What is the definition of a fallacy?

• An illogical step in the formulation of an argument

• A rhetorical question in an argument

• A valid conclusion in an argument

• A logical step in the formulation of an argument

Which fallacy distorts a person's character to undermine their credibility?

• Argumentum ad Verecundiam

• Ad Hominem

• Appeal to Fear

• Appeal to Pity

What does the 'Appeal to Authority' fallacy rely on?

• Expert opinions

• Personal anecdotes

• Statistical data

• Celebrity endorsements

Which fallacy instills fear in the audience to seek protection?

• Appeal to Pity

• Appeal to Fear

• Argumentum ad Verecundiam

• Ad Hominem

What is the fallacy that involves appealing to the emotions of pity?

• Argumentum ad Verecundiam

• Ad Hominem

• Appeal to Fear

• Appeal to Pity

What is the term for a fallacy that diverts attention from the argument by attacking the person making the argument?

• Argumentum ad Verecundiam

• Ad Hominem

• Appeal to Fear

• Appeal to Pity

What is the fallacy that involves diverting attention from the argument by attacking the person making the argument?

• Argumentum ad Verecundiam

• Ad Hominem

• Appeal to Fear

• Appeal to Pity

Which fallacy relies on the use of emotional manipulation to win an argument?

• Argumentum ad Verecundiam

• Ad Hominem

• Appeal to Fear

• Appeal to Pity

What is the term for a fallacy that appeals to the authority of an expert to support an argument?

• Expert opinions

• Personal anecdotes

• Statistical data

• Celebrity endorsements

What is the term for a fallacy that evokes fear in the audience to manipulate their decision?

• Appeal to Pity

• Appeal to Fear

• Argumentum ad Verecundiam

• Ad Hominem