Logical Fallacies Quiz

A fallacy of logic is an __________ that may sound convincing or true, but it is actually flawed.

After purchasing an iPhone 15 from the Cellular Service Phone Store, I'm thrilled with its performance and features. It seems that all the phones available at this store have the best quality. Which of the following fallacies is represented in the scenario?

• Generalization fallacy

• Ad Hominem fallacy

• False equivalence fallacy

• Illogical fallacy

Person 1: I think we should have longer PE classes at school. Person 2: Well, you're not even good at sports, so why should we listen to you? Which of the following fallacies is represented in the scenario?

• Generalization fallacy

• Ad Hominem fallacy

• False equivalence fallacy

• Illogical fallacy

During a debate on climate change, one speaker claims that because their opponent drives a gasoline-powered car, their arguments against fossil fuels are invalid. Which of the following fallacies is represented in the scenario?

• Generalization fallacy

• Ad Hominem fallacy

• False equivalence fallacy

• Illogical fallacy

In a discussion about the benefits of space exploration, one person argues that because we have not yet solved all of Earth's problems, investing in space technology is wasteful and pointless. Which of the following fallacies is represented in the scenario?

• Generalization fallacy

• Ad Hominem fallacy

• False dilemma fallacy

• Illogical fallacy

During a town hall meeting, a resident claims that since the new park improvements have made their neighborhood more enjoyable, improving all parks will make the entire city better for everyone. Which of the following fallacies is represented in the scenario?

• Generalization fallacy

• Ad Hominem fallacy

• False equivalence fallacy

• Illogical fallacy

In a debate about animal rights, one participant argues that their opponent's point is invalid because they eat meat. Which of the following fallacies is represented in the scenario?

• Generalization fallacy

• Ad Hominem fallacy

• Straw man fallacy

• Illogical fallacy

During a group project meeting, one member suggests that because their idea was successful in a previous project, it should be used again for the current project. Which of the following fallacies is represented in the scenario?

• Generalization fallacy

• Ad Hominem fallacy

• Appeal to tradition fallacy

• Illogical fallacy

In a discussion about dieting, one person claims that since a vegan diet helped them lose weight, it is the best diet plan for everyone. Which of the following fallacies is represented in the scenario?

• Generalization fallacy

• Ad Hominem fallacy

• False equivalence fallacy

• Illogical fallacy

During a debate on education reform, one speaker dismisses their opponent's argument by pointing out that they were a poor student in school. Which of the following fallacies is represented in the scenario?

• Generalization fallacy

• Ad Hominem fallacy

• Straw man fallacy

• Illogical fallacy