Understanding the Fallacy of Equivocation

Understanding the Fallacy of Equivocation

Assessment

Interactive Video

Philosophy

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jennifer Brown

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main issue with the argument that 'philosophy is practiced by painters'?

Painters are not skilled in creativity.

Philosophy is not considered an art.

The argument uses the term 'art' in two different senses.

Painters do not practice philosophy.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the example involving 'arguments', what is the fallacy committed?

The arguer thinks quarreling is a skill.

The arguer confuses reasoning with quarreling.

The arguer misunderstands the study of logic.

The arguer believes all arguments are the same.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the fallacy of equivocation occur in the example with 'impartiality'?

The speaker misunderstands the judge's decision.

The judge is not involved in the dispute.

The judge is biased against the speaker.

The term 'impartiality' is used in two different contexts.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the incorrect conclusion drawn from the statement 'All stars are heavenly bodies, but Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are stars'?

Heavenly bodies are not stars.

All stars are famous people.

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are famous actors.

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are celestial objects.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following best describes the fallacy of equivocation?

Using complex language to confuse.

Making assumptions without proof.

Arguing without evidence.

Using a word with multiple meanings to mislead.