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WorksheetsCRTH 102 Test 2
Total questions: 35
Worksheet time: 24mins
The process of thinking systematically about information to draw logical conclusions, make judgments, or form arguments based on evidence.
critical thinking
reasoning
processing
analysing
The activity of thinking about pleasant things that you would like to do or have happen to you, instead of thinking about what is happening now.
imagining
wishing
daydreaming
remembering
Being able to bring to one's mind an awareness of (someone or something that one has seen, known, or experienced in the past).
remembering
imagining
thinking
reasoning
Seeks new, original, imaginative ideas and encourages innovation.
analytical thinking
wishful thinking
creative thinking
divergent thinking
Breaks ideas down into parts for examination and evaluation.
convergent thinking
concrete thinking
divergent thinking
analytical thinking
Involves thinking about tangible, physical objects or experiences.
concrete thinking
creative thinking
convergent thinking
abstract thinking
Focuses on finding a single correct answer; often used in exams, problem-solving, and technical work.
divergent thinking
convergent thinking
analytical thinking
concrete thinking
Used in brainstorming, innovation, and planning, it explores multiple possible answers.
divergent thinking
concrete thinking
abstract thinking
holistic thinking
Involves thinking about ideas, concepts, and relationships.
abstract thinking
holistic thinking
sequential thinking
concrete thinking
Common in Western analytical traditions, this involves step-by-step logical progression.
abstract thinking
holistic thinking
sequential thinking
convergent thinking
Common in Indigenous and Afro-Caribbean worldviews, this considers the overall picture and interrelationships.
analytical thinking
holistic thinking
objective thinking
divergent thinking
The system of symbols—spoken, written, or signed—used to communicate ideas, emotions, and information.
dialect
vernacular
lingua franca
language
Expressing ideas clearly and specifically to avoid misunderstanding.
specificity
precision
authenticity
clarity
When the boundaries of meaning are unclear or imprecise causing confusion.
precision
clarity
vagueness
imagination
Occurs when a statement applies too broadly and lacks specific detail or exceptions.
over-generality
ambiguity
vagueness
emotive language
Occurs when a statement has two or more possible meanings and it’s unclear which one is intended.
ambiguity
vagueness
over-generality
emotive language
Eliminates confusion and ensures shared understanding in reasoning or debate.
emotive language
euphemism
political correctness
precise definition
Uses words that trigger feelings instead of reasoning.
ambiguity
precision
emotive language
euphemism
A mild or indirect word used to soften harsh or unpleasant realities.
emotive language
euphemism
political correctness
alternative language
Using language that avoids offending or marginalizing groups of people.
euphemism
diplomatic language
emotive language
political correctness
Match the following:
A statement that provides evidence or reason for a conclusion.
premise
A general principle or rule.
major premise
A statement that appears true but is factually incorrect.
false premise
A specific case related to the general rule.
minor premise
A word showing that a statement supports another.
premise indicator
Organize these options into the right categories:
If A leads to B,
and B leads to C, then, A leads to C.
All A are B.
C is A.
Therefore, C is B.
If the premises are true, the conclusion must be true.
It provides probable rather than certain conclusions.
Match the following
Argument from authority
Generalization
Predictive argument
Argument by elimination
Categorical syllogism
Hypothetical syllogism
All registered voters in Belize must present a valid ID to cast a vote. Janine is a registered voter in Belize. So, Janine must present a valid ID to vote. This is (a)
The past five hurricanes that hit the Caribbean have been Category 4 or stronger.
Therefore, the next hurricane this season will likely be major as well. This is (a)
Every graduate of the University of Belize receives a diploma.
Darnell received a diploma from UB.
Therefore, Darnell is a UB graduate. This is (a)
All persons found guilty of corruption face legal penalties.
Minister X was found guilty of corruption.
Therefore, Minister X will face legal penalties. This is (a)
If the Garifuna language is taught in schools, it will be preserved.
The Garifuna language is taught at Gulisi Community School.
Therefore, it will be preserved in that community. This is (a)
The majority of tourists visiting Placencia last year came for snorkeling.
So, most tourists going there this year will also go snorkeling.
This is (a)
All coastlines with destroyed mangroves experience more erosion.
Parts of Belize’s coastline have lost mangroves.
Therefore, those areas will experience more erosion. This is (a)
Any student who passes all CXC subjects qualifies for junior college.
Maria passed all her CXC subjects.
So, she qualifies for junior college. This is (a)
Belize’s under-20 football team has improved every year since 2020.
So, the team is likely to perform better in the next regional tournament. This is (a)
Many Belizean farmers are switching to sustainable farming practices.
Therefore, Belizean agriculture will soon become more environmentally friendly. This is (a)
Whenever a reef is overfished, fish populations decline.
The reef near Caye Caulker has been overfished.
So, fish populations there will decline. This is (a)
Every member of the Belize Defence Force takes an oath to serve the country.
David took an oath to serve the country.
Therefore, David is a member of the BDF. This is (a)
