Logical Fallacy Review

Which logical fallacy is used in the text? Did you know that Dale is back home, living with his parents again, and won't get a job? Gosh, millennials are such a lazy generation.

• Slippery slope fallacy: the false assumption that a small first step will lead to extreme consequences.

• Hasty generalization: a broad claim based on too few observations.

• Appeal to nature: the assumption that natural things are always good.

Which logical fallacy is used in the text? Did Hunter vote for Karen for school president, or does he hate her for some reason?

• Slippery slope fallacy: the false assumption that a small first step will lead to extreme consequences.

• False dichotomy: an argument that presents only two choices when more options exist.

• Guilt by association: a negative association intended to discredit someone or something.

Which logical fallacy is used in the text?"Yogurt is a healthful dietary choice because it's good for you."

• False causation: the assumption that because two things happened, one caused the other.

• Bandwagon fallacy: the assumption that the popular choice is automatically correct.

• Circular reasoning: an argument that supports a claim with the claim itself.

Which logical fallacy is used in the text? Frank argues that American schools should offer foreign language classes at every level. I disagree. How could Frank not see the value of learning English?

• Straw man: a misrepresentation of an opponent’s position that makes it easier to argue against.

• Guilt by association: a negative association intended to discredit someone or something.

• Circular reasoning: an argument that supports a claim with the claim itself.

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.

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

What is the 'appeal to pity' fallacy?

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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!

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

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.