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Understanding Logical Fallacies

Authored by Jesus R. Saldivar

English

12th Grade

CCSS covered

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Understanding Logical Fallacies
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main purpose of understanding logical fallacies?

To engage in critical thinking and make informed decisions.

To win every argument.

To confuse opponents in debates.

To avoid all discussions.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is an ad hominem attack?

Attacking the person making an argument rather than the argument itself.

Misrepresenting an opponent's position.

Assuming a progression without evidence.

Using evidence to support an argument.

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which logical fallacy involves misrepresenting an opponent's position?

Straw man argument.

Ad hominem attack.

Slippery slope fallacy.

Circular reasoning.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the slippery slope fallacy suggest?

A small step will lead to a chain of related events culminating in a significant effect.

An argument is valid if it is repeated often.

A person's character is more important than their argument.

An opponent's position should be misrepresented.

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the context of logical fallacies, what does the term 'straw man' refer to?

A distorted version of an opponent's stance.

A personal attack on someone's character.

An exaggerated scenario without evidence.

A logical and well-supported argument.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are logical fallacies considered hidden traps in arguments?

They undermine arguments and mislead audiences.

They always lead to winning debates.

They are easy to identify and avoid.

They strengthen the argument's validity.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the effect of an ad hominem attack in a discussion?

It shifts focus from the argument's merits to the individual's character.

It strengthens the argument with evidence.

It clarifies the opponent's position.

It provides a logical conclusion.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

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