Fallacious Arguments Quiz

What is the definition of the fallacy 'Overstatement'?

• To state in contradictory terms

• To state in too strong terms

• To state in too weak terms

• To state in ambiguous terms

Which fallacy is characterized by reaching a conclusion without sufficient evidence?

• Forced Hypothesis

• Non Sequitur

• Slippery Slope

• False Dilemma

What is the main characteristic of the fallacy 'Non Sequitur'?

• Conclusions oversimplify issues

• Conclusions are based on personal attacks

• Conclusions are based on false analogies

• Conclusions do not logically follow the reasons

Which fallacy is based on the idea that if one action is taken, it will lead to a series of terrible consequences?

• False Analogy

• False Dilemma

• Post Hoc Fallacy

• Slippery Slope

What is the main characteristic of the fallacy 'False Dilemma'?

• Confuses a time relationship with cause

• Assumes that part of the argument is true without supporting it

• Claims two situations are highly similar when they aren't

• Oversimplifies issues by asserting only two alternatives when more exist

Which fallacy involves claiming two situations are highly similar when they aren't?

• False Analogy

• Red Herring

• Begging the Question

• Post Hoc Fallacy

What is the main characteristic of the fallacy 'Post Hoc Fallacy'?

• Introduces a side issue that is not relevant to the debate

• Oversimplifies causation by confusing a time relationship with cause

• Attributes erroneous views to opponents that they do not hold

• Assumes that part of the argument is true without supporting it

Which fallacy involves assuming that part of the argument is true without supporting it?

• Straw Man

• Red Herring

• Ad Hominem

• Begging the Question

What is the main characteristic of the fallacy 'Red Herring'?

• Assumes the audience shares values and beliefs

• Personal attack on opponent

• Attributes erroneous views to opponents that they do not hold

• Introduces a side issue that is not relevant to the debate

Which fallacy involves attributing erroneous and usually ridiculous views to opponents that they do not hold?

• Straw Man

• Ad Hominem

• Common Practice/Bandwagon

• Ad Populum