Logical Fallacies Quiz

What is a logical fallacy?

• A. A valid argument with strong evidence.

• B. An error in reasoning that renders an argument invalid.

• C. A conclusion that follows logically from what preceded it.

• D. A type of inductive reasoning.

What is an example of equivocation?

• A. Attacking a person's character instead of their argument.

• B. Using a word with multiple meanings to create confusion.

• C. Assuming a causal relationship based on sequence of events.

• D. Drawing a conclusion based on insufficient evidence.

Which fallacy involves using a personal experience instead of a sound argument?

• A. Anecdotal

• B. Hasty generalization

• C. False dilemma

• D. Loaded question

Which fallacy involves attacking the character of the person making the argument rather than the argument itself?

• A. Ad hominem

• B. Bandwagon

• C. Appeal to authority

• D. Tu quoque

Which fallacy is based on the assumption that the opinion of the majority is always valid or reasonable?

• A. Appeal to authority

• B. Bandwagon

• C. Ad hominem

• D. Post hoc

Which fallacy involves misrepresenting an opponent's argument to make it easier to attack?

• A. Straw man

• B. False analogy

• C. Slippery slope

• D. Loaded question

Which fallacy is also known as the "either-or fallacy"?

• A. False analogy

• B. False dilemma

• C. Appeal to nature

• D. Straw man

Which fallacy involves an argument based on misleading or implausible comparisons?

• A. Slippery slope

• B. False analogy

• C. Straw man

• D. Equivocation

What is the "tu quoque" fallacy?

• A. An appeal to the people

• B. An appeal to authority

• C. Turning an allegation back on the accuser

• D. Presenting a false dichotomy

Which fallacy involves drawing a conclusion based on a small sample size?

• A. Hasty generalization

• B. False analogy

• C. Slippery slope

• D. Appeal to emotion