Exploring the Bandwagon Fallacy in The Simpsons

Exploring the Bandwagon Fallacy in The Simpsons

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Olivia Brooks

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The video explains the bandwagon fallacy, where a belief is considered true because it is popular. Homer advises Lisa to act like a popular girl to gain popularity, committing this fallacy. The video concludes with a prompt to subscribe to Colburn Classroom.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the Bandwagon Fallacy imply about the truth of a statement?

It is true because it is rarely questioned.

It is true because it is logically consistent.

It is true because it is scientifically proven.

It is true because it is popular.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the provided example, what fallacy does Homer commit when advising Lisa?

Ad Hominem Fallacy

Bandwagon Fallacy

False Dilemma Fallacy

Straw Man Fallacy

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does Homer suggest Lisa should imitate the popular girl?

To encourage her individuality

To make her more popular

To improve her academic performance

To help her make more friends

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Homer's advice contrary to?

Following the crowd

Lisa's desire to act her age

Improving her skills

Seeking scientific knowledge

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action does the video encourage viewers to take at the end?

Discuss the fallacy with friends

Subscribe to Colburn Classroom

Ignore popular opinions

Study more examples of fallacies