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3.13 - Logical Fallacy Review

Authored by Timothy Fletcher

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9th Grade

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3.13 - Logical Fallacy Review
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of an ad hominem fallacy?

We should recycle more to help the environment.

Studies show recycling helps reduce pollution.

Why should we listen to you? You're not even good at recycling!

We should recycle to reduce waste.

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the straw man fallacy do?

Misrepresents someone's argument to make it easier to attack

Changes the subject of the discussion

Uses emotions to convince others

Strengthens the opponent's argument

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

3.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is the 'appeal to pity' fallacy?

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which statement uses an appeal to fear (ad baculum)?

Everyone is doing it, so you should too.

This rule is backed by science and facts.

If we allow this, it will lead to disaster.

If you don't agree with me, something bad might happen to you!

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What makes an argument a hasty generalization?

Jumping to the wrong conclusion after deep research

Attacking the person instead of the idea

Basing a conclusion on too little evidence

Bringing up an unrelated topic

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of a red herring fallacy?

I agree we should increase funding for schools, but what about Beyonce's world tour?

I deserve a raise because I've worked hard.

You shouldn’t trust him because he’s from absolutely crazy.

If we do this, everything will fall apart.

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the argument from outrage fallacy?

Relying on past events to prove a point

Pointing out logical errors in an argument

Using threats to make a point

Using strong emotions to distract from the real argument

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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