Argumentation and Persuasion Quiz

What is a reasoned statement supporting a conclusion called?

• Premise

• Argument

• Conclusion

• Ethos

Which term refers to a statement that supports the conclusion?

• Pathos

• Argument

• Premise

• Ethos

What is the ultimate point being reasoned in an argument?

• Premise

• Pathos

• Conclusion

• Ethos

Which term describes an emotional appeal used to persuade an audience?

• Ethos

• Pathos

• Argument

• Conclusion

What is the credibility of the speaker to gain trust through numerical data or expert opinions called?

• Pathos

• Premise

• Ethos

• Conclusion

What is the term for logical reasoning and evidence in arguments?

• Fallacy

• Ad Hominem

• Logos

• Red Herring

Which term describes an error in reasoning that undermines an argument?

• Slippery Slope

• Fallacy

• Strawman

• False Dichotomy

What is it called when someone attacks a person's character instead of their argument?

• Ad Hominem

• Red Herring

• Logos

• Strawman

Which term refers to arguing that one action will lead to extreme consequences?

• False Dichotomy

• Slippery Slope

• Ad Hominem

• Red Herring

What is the term for oversimplifying an opponent's argument to attack it?

• Strawman

• Logos

• Fallacy

• Slippery Slope