Logical Fallacies Flashcard

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What is Anaphora?

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Anaphora is a rhetorical device that involves repeating the same word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses or sentences.

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What is Ad Populum?

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Ad Populum is a logical fallacy that assumes the popular choice is always the best choice.

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What is Textual Evidence?

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Textual Evidence refers to evidence that is directly quoted from a text to support an argument or claim.

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Why is it important to use textual evidence when analyzing a text?

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It is important to use textual evidence to support interpretations and arguments.

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What is a Red Herring?

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A Red Herring is a logical fallacy that introduces an irrelevant topic to divert attention from the original issue.

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What is Circular Reasoning?

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Circular Reasoning is a logical fallacy where the conclusion is included in the premise, creating a loop in reasoning.

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What is Hasty Generalization?

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Hasty Generalization is a logical fallacy that involves making a broad claim based on a small or unrepresentative sample.

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What is Chiasmus?

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Chiasmus is a rhetorical device in which words or concepts are repeated in reverse order in the same or a modified form.

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What is Epistrophe?

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Epistrophe is a rhetorical device that involves repeating the same word or phrase at the end of successive clauses or sentences.

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What is the purpose of using rhetorical devices in writing?

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Rhetorical devices are used to enhance arguments, persuade audiences, and create emphasis.