Quiz on Reliability

Which of the following is the most reliable? Explain.

• A commercial on TV saying their cereal is “the best breakfast ever!”

• A history book about famous inventors

• A Youtube video of an influencer sharing a new fitness trend

Identify each fallacy using the word bank: Ad Hominem, False Equivalence, Generalization, Bandwagon, Appeal to Emotion. (a)   = “Drinking soda is just as good for you as drinking water.”

Identify each fallacy using the word bank: Ad Hominem, False Equivalence, Generalization, Bandwagon, Appeal to Emotion. (a)   = “Everyone at school has the latest sneakers, so they have to be the best!”

Identify each fallacy using the word bank: Ad Hominem, False Equivalence, Generalization, Bandwagon, Appeal to Emotion. (a)   = “If you really care about your health, you’ll buy only organic food.”

Identify each fallacy using the word bank: Ad Hominem, False Equivalence, Generalization, Bandwagon, Appeal to Emotion. (a)   = “All kids who play video games hate to do homework.”

Identify each fallacy using the word bank: Ad Hominem, False Equivalence, Generalization, Bandwagon, Appeal to Emotion. (a)   = “You don’t even like sports, so your opinion on this game doesn’t count.”

Analyze the text for any fallacies of logic. "SmartFit Shoes are the most comfortable sneakers you'll ever wear. Everyone in school is already wearing them, so you should too! Try them today and see why they're the best choice for your feet." This text has a ____________ because ______________________ .

(a)  

Analyze the statement and identify if it is biased. "Soccer is the best sport in the world, and everyone should play it!"

• Biased

• Not Biased

Analyze the statement and identify if it is biased. "Rain helps plants grow and provides water for rivers and lakes."

• biased
• Not Biased

Analyze the statement and identify if it is biased. "Many students use computers or tablets to complete school assignments."

• biased
• Not biased