WorksheetsLogical Fallacy
Total questions: 28
Worksheet time: 17mins
What is an Ad Hominem argument?
An argument that attacks a person's character or traits instead of addressing the substance of their argument
An argument that focuses on the facts
An argument that supports a person's character
An argument that ignores the person's character
What does the term 'Straw Man' refer to?
Accurately representing an argument
Misrepresenting or oversimplifying an opponent's argument to make it easier to attack or refute
Ignoring an opponent's argument
Strengthening an opponent's argument
What does 'Poisoning the well' mean?
Presenting positive information to support an argument.
Presenting negative information to discredit an argument before it is made.
Ignoring information that contradicts an argument.
Supporting an argument with evidence.
What is a loaded question?
A question that contains a presupposition, which implies something controversial or unproven without evidence
A question that is oversimplified and easy to answer
A question that is unrelated to the topic to distract
A question that requires a long explanation
What is the definition of 'Equivocation'?
A logical fallacy where a word is used with ambiguity
A type of argument that is always true.
A method of reasoning that involves drawing conclusions from specific cases.
A rhetorical device used to persuade an audience.
What is a False Dilemma (Either/Or Fallacy)?
A situation where only two options are presented as the only possibilities, when in fact more options exist.
A situation where multiple options are presented as possibilities.
A situation where no options are presented.
A situation where only one option is presented.
What does the term 'Slippery Slope' refer to?
A) A logical fallacy that suggests a small first step leads to a chain of related events culminating in a significant impact.
B) A logical fallacy that involves attacking the person instead of the argument.
C) A logical fallacy that assumes something is true because it is popular.
D) A logical fallacy that presents only two options when more exist.
What is Circular Reasoning (Begging the Question)?
A logical fallacy where the conclusion is assumed in the premise.
A method of proving an argument with evidence.
A way to restate an argument without assumptions.
A technique to disprove an argument.
What is a Hasty Generalization?
A detailed analysis based on comprehensive evidence.
A broad generalization based on insufficient or unrepresentative evidence.
A conclusion drawn from a single piece of evidence.
A generalization made after thorough research.
A 'Red Herring' is:
a type of fish
a misleading clue
a type of bird
a type of plant
"Chick fil A is the greatest food chain in existence. Look at the crowds!"
Begging the Question
Bandwagon
Appeal to Authority
False Cause
“John started going to church more often, then won the lottery; therefore, God is rewarding his faithfulness.”
False Cause
Bandwagon
Begging the Question
Appeal to Authority
There is definitely a link between behavior problems and the vaccines given to toddlers. The Wikipedia entry mentioned numerous studies that found this to be true.
hasty generalization
faulty causality
appeal to false authority
either/or
Lindsey: I think capital punishment is a necessary component of our justice system and should remain legal.
Kayla: So you are saying that murder should be legal and it is okay for us to go around killing people just because we think they deserve it? That isn't right.
Of what fallacy is Kayla guilty?
If I eat this donut today, I'll probably do it again tomorrow and the next day, and then I'll never be able to eat healthy again.
False Authority
Hasty Generalization
Slippery Slope
Appeal to Nature
Sure, we haven't given raises in over five years to our employees, but we work really hard to make a good product. We try to ensure the best customer service, too.
Strawman Fallacy
False Authority
Red Herring
Slippery Slope
Which logical fallacy is used in the text?
Did you know that Dale is back home, living with his parents again, and won't get a job? Millennials are such a lazy generation.
Slippery slope fallacy: the false assumption that a small first step will lead to extreme consequences.
Hasty generalization: a broad claim based on too few observations.
Appeal to nature: the assumption that natural things are always good.
Which logical fallacy is used in the text?
We can't let Governor McClain impose regulations on gas-guzzling cars! Soon enough, he'll start trying to ban all cars!
Straw man: A misrepresentation of an opponent’s position that makes it easier to argue against.
Circular reasoning: An argument that supports a claim with the claim itself.
False causation: The assumption that because two things happened together, one caused the other.
Slippery slope fallacy: The false assumption that a small first step will lead to extreme consequences.
Which logical fallacy is used in the text?
This news story must be accurate. It's been shared online over a million times!
Circular reasoning: an argument that supports a claim with the claim itself.
Straw man: a misrepresentation of an opponent’s position that makes it easier to argue against.
Hasty generalization: a broad claim based on too few observations.
Bandwagon fallacy: the assumption that the popular choice is automatically correct.
Which logical fallacy is used in the text?
Did Hunter vote for Karen for school president, or does he hate her for some reason?
Slippery slope fallacy: the false assumption that a small first step will lead to extreme consequences.
False dilemma: an argument that presents only two choices when more options exist.
Guilt by association: a negative association intended to discredit someone or something.
Which logical fallacy is used in the text?
"Yogurt is a healthful dietary choice because it's good for you."
False causation: the assumption that because two things happened, one caused the other.
Bandwagon fallacy: the assumption that the popular choice is automatically correct.
Circular reasoning: an argument that supports a claim with the claim itself.
Which logical fallacy is used in the text?
Frank argues that American schools should offer foreign language classes at every level. I disagree. How could Frank not see the value of learning English?
Straw man: a misrepresentation of an opponent’s position that makes it easier to argue against.
Guilt by association: a negative association intended to discredit someone or something.
Circular reasoning: an argument that supports a claim with the claim itself.
The following statement is an example of which logical fallacy? "Why worry about pandas going extinct, when we have the homeless in our country to worry about?"
Slippery Slope
Loaded Question
Red Herring
Hasty Generalization
Andrea Dworkin has written several books arguing that the media harms women when it comes to body image. But Dworkin is an ugly, bitter person, so you shouldn't listen to her.
either-or
ad hominem
arrangement
non sequitur
President Jones raised taxes, and then the rate of violent crime went up. Jones is responsible for the rise in crime."
false cause (post hoc ergo propter hoc)
ad hominem
red herring
Since 88% of people polled believe in UFOs, they must exist.
either-or
appeal to flattery
non sequitur
bandwagon
I hope I presented my argument clearly. Now, my opponent will attempt to refute my argument by his own fallacious, incoherent, illogical version of history.
poisoning the well
either-or
bandwagon
appeal to misplaced authority
