Truth Speech & Fallacies Flashcard

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What is the relationship between a person's intellect and their rights?

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A person's intellect does not determine their rights; everyone has equal rights regardless of intelligence.

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Identify a false statement in a passage.

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A false statement is one that does not accurately reflect the truth or facts presented.

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How many children did Sojourner Truth have?

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Sojourner Truth had 13 children.

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What evidence supports the argument that intellect should not matter in the fight for equal rights?

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Evidence that all men have different levels of intelligence and that they still have the same rights supports this argument.

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What happened to Sojourner Truth's children?

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Sojourner Truth's children were sold into slavery.

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Define 'fallacy'.

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A fallacy is a mistaken belief, especially one based on unsound arguments.

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What is the purpose of a logical argument?

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The purpose of a logical argument is to persuade others by presenting evidence and reasoning.

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What is an example of an ad hominem fallacy?

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Attacking a person's character instead of addressing their argument.

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What does 'appeal to authority' mean in argumentation?

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It refers to using the opinion of an authority figure to support an argument, rather than presenting evidence.

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What is the significance of Sojourner Truth's speech?

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Sojourner Truth's speech highlights the importance of equal rights for all, regardless of gender or intellect.