English II Logical Fallacies

What is a logical fallacy?

• A mistake in reasoning.

• A correct way of thinking.

• A type of scientific method.

• A form of mathematical calculation.

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Why can fallacies make arguments sound convincing?

• Because they use true and logical reasoning.

• Because they appeal to emotions only.

• Because they sound logical even when they are not true or logical.

• Because they are based on scientific evidence.

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Which of the following best describes the process of making a hasty generalization?

• Rushing to a conclusion before all relevant facts are available

• Carefully analyzing all available evidence

• Consulting multiple experts before deciding

• Waiting for more data before concluding

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Which example best illustrates a hasty generalization?

• Asking two people if they like ice cream and assuming everyone likes ice cream

• Surveying thousands of people before making a conclusion

• Reading several scientific studies before deciding

• Waiting for more evidence before making a claim

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Why is it problematic to make a hasty generalization?

• It can lead to incorrect or unfair conclusions

• It always results in the right answer

• It is the most scientific way to conclude

• It is required in all research

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What is an "Either / Or (False Dichotomy)" fallacy?

• A conclusion that oversimplifies an argument by reducing it to only two sides or choices.

• A conclusion that uses evidence from multiple sources.

• A conclusion that considers all possible options.

• A conclusion that ignores the argument entirely.

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Which of the following is an example of an either/or fallacy?

• You are either an early bird or a night owl.

• You can like both cats and dogs.

• Some people prefer birds as pets.

• People have many different preferences for pets.

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Why is the "Either / Or" fallacy considered an oversimplification?

• Because it ignores the possibility of more than two options.

• Because it provides too much detail.

• Because it uses complex reasoning.

• Because it always leads to the correct answer.

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What is the main idea behind the Ad Populum (Bandwagon) fallacy?

• An argument is true because it is supported by evidence.

• An argument is true because it is logical.

• An argument is true because many people believe it.

• An argument is true because it is new.

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Which of the following is an example of the Ad Populum (Bandwagon) fallacy?

• Everyone is now saying "6" "7."

• The law is bad because it increases taxes.

• The law is bad because it is unfair to minorities.

• The law is bad because it was not voted on.

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