Understanding Logical Fallacies and Tactics

Understanding Logical Fallacies and Tactics

Assessment

Interactive Video

Other

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

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Mr. Sato explains logical fallacies, which are rhetorical devices used to persuade without proof. He describes ten common fallacies, including changing the subject, denial, false dichotomy, false equivalence, loaded questions, name-calling, projection, slippery slope, straw man, and whataboutism. Each fallacy is explained with examples and strategies to counter them. Understanding these fallacies is crucial for self-defense in arguments, preventing opponents from hijacking debates with misleading tactics.

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29 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of logical fallacies in arguments?

To provide strong evidence

To clarify complex issues

To support scientific theories

To deceive and mislead

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How are logical fallacies similar to Jedi mind-tricks?

They are part of a fair argument

They only work on the weak-minded

They are used by Jedi knights

They are based on scientific evidence

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main tactic used in the 'Changing the Subject' fallacy?

Providing evidence

Steering the argument away

Agreeing with the opponent

Using scientific data

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which fallacy involves presenting two options as the only possibilities?

Straw Man

Loaded Question

False Dichotomy

Denial

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main characteristic of a 'Denial' fallacy?

Agreeing with the opponent

Providing evidence

Using scientific data

Ignoring evidence and dismissing the argument

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the effect of a 'False Dichotomy' on an argument?

It provides more options

It limits the options to two

It clarifies the argument

It simplifies the argument

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main feature of a 'Denial' fallacy?

Using scientific data

Agreeing with the opponent

Ignoring evidence and dismissing the argument

Providing evidence

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