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Logical Fallacies Quiz 10 (60 MCQs)

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1. Mom:Why is there a scratch on my new Telsa?Teenager:That's so wild, Mom! Did I tell you that a kid called me fat today in school?
2. Changing the meaning of the word mid-argument.
3. We need to stop allowing colleges to increase tuition every year. The next thing we know, it's going to cost more to attend college for one semester than it is to buy a new home!
4. Imagine Abigail and Aiden are chatting about the new school dress code. Abigail exclaims, "It's obvious the new school dress code won't work. Soon they'll be forcing everyone to wear uniforms everywhere!" What kind of logical fallacy is Abigail making?
5. Which type of logical fallacy is presented?"You should not find the defendant guilty of murder, since it would break his poor mother's heart to see him sent to jail."
6. Incorrect assumption that one event caused another event correlation does not imply causation.Ex:I dyed my hair red last week. This week, three other girls showed up to school with freshly dyed red hair. They must have made the change because they liked my hair.
7. What logical fallacy is being committed when someone argued that the origins of a person, idea, institute, or theory determine its character, nature, or worth?
8. If you were a true American you would support the rights of people to choose whatever vehicle they want.
9. ..... is a mistake in reasoning, a flawed argument used just to win a debate, a distraction from the actual argument, or a foundational weakness in reasoning.
10. When a source is viewed negatively because of its connection with another person or group.
11. Which logical fallacy is presented?"If I'm cleaning the kitchen, then I'm not reading my book. I'm not cleaning the kitchen. Thus, I am reading my book."
12. Referencing someone who has no special knowledge in the area being discussed.
13. "How can you argue your case for vegetarianism when you are enjoying your steak?"
14. You should never gamble! Once you start gambling you find it hard to stop. Soon you will spend all your money on gambling, and eventually you will turn to crime just to support your gambling addiction.
15. Accepting a concept as Right/correct because the majority of people accept an idea is called .....
16. Which fallacy is this?"Either we raise taxes, or our economy will collapse!"
17. Which of the following is the definition for deductive reasoning?
18. What is the name of the fallacy in question (2) about the politician?
19. If a parent tells their child they can't see their friends tonight and the child responds, "Why do you hate me?
20. Student:You didn't teach us this; we never learned this.Teacher:So, what you're saying is that you just didn't study it after we went over it in class right? That you don't want to put in the work?
21. "Schools should provide nutritious lunches to students.""So schools should take money away from technology and necessary supplies in the classroom?"
22. This attempts to distract from the truth of the conclusion by the use of pity.
23. Can you spot the example of Begging the Question? Think of it as a detective game where you're uncovering logical fallacies!
24. Which logical fallacy involves attacking the person making the argument rather than the argument itself?
25. A student says, "You have to agree with my opinion because all my classmates believe the same thing."
26. In a discussion about health, one person claims, 'Eating late at night is unhealthy because a famous celebrity said so.' What logical fallacy is being used here?
27. Which fallacy involves presenting two options as the only possibilities, when in fact more options exist?
28. Which of the following is the definition of the straw man fallacy?
29. Either you text your friend or you don't have any fun at all.
30. My brother Humza eats cheeseburgers and pizza. He is thin. Cheeseburgers and pizza aren't the cause of obesity.
31. Which statement is a hasty generalization?
32. "We have no evidence that the Illuminati ever existed. They must have been so clever that they destroyed all evidence."
33. This logical fallacy is also called a circular argument, where the argument just goes back to the original statement without explanation or relevant information added.
34. You should never go on TikTok. Once you start watching one video, you will want to make your own viral TikTok. All you'll worry about is being part of a trend, forget about your responsibilities, and become broke.
35. He can't be a great athlete; he cheated on his wife.
36. What does the "Apples to oranges" argument represent in logical fallacies?
37. The authority in question is mentioned or named
38. Unfair oversimplification by only presenting two options
39. In order to really look at the problem of global warming, we must first consider how the homeless suffer when it is cold.
40. Ryan, Olivia, and Adelaide are discussing the recent climate change policies. Ryan points out that Adelaide's argument is flawed because it's based on a fallacy. Which fallacy is Adelaide using if she is using the conclusion of her argument as a premise?
41. What does the "Appeal to Nature" suggest?
42. This logical fallacy deflects from the issue by mentioning a topic to draw the opponent's attention away from the argument.
43. Which logical fallacy plays on readers' emotions to distract them from the facts?
44. Sally is asking Sam why he decided to buy a bunch of junk food when they had agreed to try to save money. Sam's response is that Sally bought a new video game last week so she shouldn't be criticizing him.
45. Charlie:I think we should put more money into schools. Quality public education is so important. Bob:So you're saying we should cut military spending and spend it instead on more spiral notebooks and crayons? I guess you want our country to be a weak, defenseless target for terrorists.
46. Which of the following best illustrates the bandwagon fallacy?
47. What is a fallacy that presents information that does not follow logically from a premise
48. During a Bikini Bottom debate, SpongeBob argues that the Krusty Krab should have healthier lunch options. Patrick responds by saying, "SpongeBob wants to ban all tasty food and make everyone eat only seaweed salads every day." How does Patrick's response illustrate a straw man fallacy?
49. Attack on the person not the argument.
50. These are defined as misleading reasoning or arguments.
51. Why is this a logical fallacy? "Sure, we haven't given raises in over five years to our employees. You know, we work really hard to make a good product. We try to ensure the best customer service, too."
52. Which of the following fallacies involves using emotional pleas to persuade rather than evidence?
53. Officer, I was only driving as fast as everyone around me. I'm sure I wasn't speeding.
54. My sister loves shopping, so all girls must love to shop too.
55. Saying that men don't ever ask for directions
56. What is the straw person fallacy?
57. Which fallacy presents only two opposing options, with no other alternatives. It uses the "you are either for us, or against us" rhetoric? "Either the butler did it, or the witness for the defense is lying."
58. Imagine Priya saying, "Skipping breakfast is like forgetting to charge your phone overnight." What kind of reasoning is Priya using here?
59. Which logical fallacy is present in the following statement? 'If we allow students to redo their assignments, soon they'll expect to redo every test and exam.'
60. The Volkswagen Beetle is an evil car because it was originally designed by Hitler's army.
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