Understanding Logical Fallacies

Understanding Logical Fallacies

9th - 12th Grade

15 Qs

quiz-placeholder

Similar activities

EAS Logic Quiz 3.1 RH, AA, SM, AH

EAS Logic Quiz 3.1 RH, AA, SM, AH

9th Grade

15 Qs

Argumentative Text Practice

Argumentative Text Practice

6th Grade - University

15 Qs

Informational Text Structure

Informational Text Structure

5th Grade - University

15 Qs

Author's Purpose Expository

Author's Purpose Expository

3rd Grade - University

15 Qs

QLD Unit 2 Intelligence

QLD Unit 2 Intelligence

10th - 12th Grade

21 Qs

AICE Command Words Mrs. Fischer

AICE Command Words Mrs. Fischer

6th - 12th Grade

20 Qs

EAS Logic 9.1

EAS Logic 9.1

9th Grade

12 Qs

EAS Logic 6.2 Fallacies Review

EAS Logic 6.2 Fallacies Review

9th Grade

16 Qs

Understanding Logical Fallacies

Understanding Logical Fallacies

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

NGSS
HS-LS3-2, HS-LS4-1

Standards-aligned

Created by

Sonia Wilson

FREE Resource

15 questions

Show all answers

1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a logical fallacy?

A type of factual error in debates

An error in reasoning that invalidates an argument

A rhetorical strategy to strengthen an argument

A logical argument that supports the conclusion

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why might logical fallacies be persuasive?

Because they are presented with confidence

Because they always support the truth

Because they appeal to emotions rather than logic

Because they are based on strong evidence

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are logical fallacies problematic in arguments?

They strengthen the argument's logical basis

They provide clear evidence for the conclusion

They distract from the actual issue at hand

They ensure the argument is always true

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What strategy is often used to make logical fallacies persuasive?

Avoiding them entirely

Delivering them with confidence

Using strong logical evidence

Presenting them with uncertainty

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the false cause fallacy involve?

Assuming a cause-and-effect relationship where none exists

Misrepresenting an opponent's argument

Presenting only two options when more exist

Arguing in a circle without providing evidence

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does 'correlation does not equal causation' mean?

Correlation and causation are unrelated concepts

Causation is always proven by correlation

Two events happening together must have a cause-and-effect relationship

Two correlated events do not necessarily cause each other

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is an example of a strawman fallacy?

Claiming sporks should replace all silverware for efficiency

Misrepresenting someone's argument to make it easier to attack

Saying dinosaurs went extinct because they ate vegetables

Arguing that ghosts exist because one was seen in a closet

Create a free account and access millions of resources

Create resources
Host any resource
Get auto-graded reports
or continue with
Microsoft
Apple
Others
By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Service & Privacy Policy
Already have an account?