Critical Thinking Skills Test

1. What is critical thinking?

• a) Accepting information as true without question

• b) Analyzing information carefully before making a decision

• c) Ignoring others' opinions

• d) Making decisions based on emotions only

Identify one assumption in this statement:
"Online games are a waste of time for teenagers."

3. Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of biased thinking?

• a) Considering multiple viewpoints before deciding

• b) Believing only information that supports your opinion

• c) Asking questions to clarify facts

• d) Evaluating evidence before concluding

4. Scenario: You read two articles about the effects of social media on mental health. One says social media is harmful; the other says it can be helpful. What steps would you take to think critically about these conflicting claims?

5. Problem-Solving: Your school needs to decide whether to extend lunch breaks or add more study time. List two pros and two cons for each option and explain which you think is better and why.

6. True or False: Critical thinking means always disagreeing with what others say.

• TRUE

• FALSE