Logical Fallacy Check

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What is a logical fallacy?

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A logical fallacy is an error in reasoning that renders an argument invalid. It often involves a flaw in the logic or structure of the argument.

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CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

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What is faulty causality?

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Faulty causality is a logical fallacy that occurs when a cause is incorrectly identified. It assumes that because one event follows another, the first event caused the second.

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CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

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What is hasty generalization?

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Hasty generalization is a logical fallacy where a conclusion is drawn from an insufficient or biased sample. It makes a broad claim based on limited evidence.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

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What is either/or reasoning?

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Either/or reasoning, also known as false dichotomy, is a logical fallacy that presents two options as the only possibilities, ignoring other alternatives.

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CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

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What is slippery slope reasoning?

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Slippery slope reasoning is a logical fallacy that suggests that a relatively small first step will inevitably lead to a chain of related events culminating in a significant impact.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

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What is ad hominem?

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Ad hominem is a logical fallacy that attacks the person making an argument rather than addressing the argument itself.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

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What is a straw man argument?

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A straw man argument is a logical fallacy that misrepresents an opponent's argument to make it easier to attack or refute.

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CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

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What is bandwagon appeal?

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Bandwagon appeal is a logical fallacy that suggests something is true or acceptable simply because it is popular or widely accepted.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

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What is sentimental appeal?

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Sentimental appeal is a logical fallacy that attempts to sway an audience's feelings rather than presenting logical arguments.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What is scare tactic?

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Scare tactic is a logical fallacy that uses fear to persuade others to accept a conclusion or take action.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5