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Logical Fallacies Quiz 13 (60 MCQs)

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1. Definition:deflecting attention from the main argument by highlighting an irrelevant point
2. Either we go to war, or we appear weak
3. Example:After Will said that we should put more money into health and education, Warren responded by saying that he was surprised that Will hates our country so much that he wants to leave it defenseless by cutting military spending.What fallacy did Warren commit?
4. Comparing two items to each other with only minor similarities and/or major differences.
5. Which fallacy assumes a progression without evidence?
6. Match the definition with the fallacy:reducing complex issues into only TWO options"
7. Which fallacy is the following example? "By rejecting God, you are rejecting goodness, kindness, and love itself."
8. When someone argues that a particular belief must be true because it's stated in their favorite book, what logical fallacy is present?
9. Our public speaking practices fall under which project?
10. This fallacy consists in diverting attention from the real issue by focusing instead on an issue having only a surface relevance to the first.
11. Which logical fallacy is used when someone argues that if you ban one type of gun, all guns will eventually be banned, and people will have no rights.
12. I made a wish at 11:11 p.m. on Tuesday last week. My wish came true last week. Therefore, I should make a wish every Tuesday night at 11:11 p.m.
13. Definition:focusing on the personal rather than the broader issue
14. When speakers attack the person making the argument and not the argument itself
15. This is an appeal that presents what most people, or a group of people think, in order to persuade one to think the same way.
16. Which logical fallacy is presented?"Joan and Mary both drive pickup trucks. Since Joan is a teacher, Mary must also be a teacher."
17. Which is the definition of a false cause fallacy?
18. "If you miss practice, it means you were probably goofing off. People who goof off drop out of school and end up penniless."
19. The following is an example of which logical fallacy?"Sally never tells lies. We know it's true because Sally told us so. We know this because Sally never tells lies."
20. Which logical fallacy is present in the statement:'If you don't vote for this candidate, you must not care about the future of our country.'
21. This statement assumes that just because one thing occurred after another, there is a direct cause and effect.
22. Which logical fallacy is committed in this statement?My friend can't be a murderer; his dog of fifteen years just died and he's recovering from a divorce.
23. Uses an opponent's inability to disprove a conclusion as proof of the conclusion's correctness.
24. Well, every one else jumped off the roof, why can't I?
25. During a discussion on climate change in their environmental science class, Ben, Kendell, and Bea were sharing their views. After reading a few articles from a blog that denied climate change, Kendell made a sweeping statement about the subject. Which fallacy is Kendell committing?
26. A conclusion or reply that does not follow the previous statement in a logical manner.
27. If they keep coming late, they'll start coming to class later and later until they skip class altogether.
28. Occurs when the direction between cause and effect is reversed
29. "The veterinarian says that an Australian shepherd will be the perfect match for our active lifestyle."
30. Which type of logical fallacy is presented?"It's either you raise taxes or not have better school."
31. Trying to convince others that everyone is doing it or everyone feels this way so they should too.
32. Which of the following examples shows a slippery slope fallacy?
33. General statement or conclusion that is made without enough (if any) evidence.
34. What is slippery slope?
35. A sports commentator argues that a team is destined to win the championship because they won their last two games. What fallacy is present?
36. My dad was trying to get me to eat the disgusting meat he made for dinner, and I kept asking him for a good argument as to why I should eat it. He simply said I needed to because kids in third world countries don't get to eat any food at all!
37. Which fallacy am I? Combining facts and evidence with words that stir up emotion, with the attempt to manipulate others into accepting the truth of the argument.
38. What logical fallacy is being committed when someone argued that a claim is true because it is in accordance with one's personal feelings or beliefs?
39. Sukaina to her mom:Either you buy me this new book, or you decide that reading is not important at all.
40. I know nothing about Tank Johnson except that he has a criminal record as long as your leg, but I'll bet he's really just misunderstood
41. Example:Pointing to a fancy chart, Roger shows how temperatures have been rising over the past few centuries, whilst at the same time the numbers of pirates have been decreasing; thus, pirates cool the world and global warming is a hoax.What fallacy did Roger commit?
42. "Four out of five dentists recommend Happy Glossy toothpaste. Therefore, it must be great."
43. These are based on one's belief.
44. My grandmother ate burgers and French fries every day, and she lived to be 98 years old. Burgers and fries are healthy food for everyone.
45. "Many scientists believe that climate change is happening and is caused by humans, but there are those who disagree and think it's a hoax. So we don't really know and it's reasonable to believe either way." What logical fallacy is this an example of?
46. The Bee Movie is the best movie because it is awesome!
47. Using logic is important because it is important to use logic.
48. Spongebob argues that if we allow Krabby Patty customers to request free refills, it will lead to a situation where no one pays for their meals, eventually resulting in chaos at the Krusty Krab. What type of logical fallacy is shown?
49. Occurs when the element of pity is used instead of logical reasoning is used to argue
50. What is "Begging the Question" ?
51. "You only want to take a gap year because you're lazy and don't want to put in the effort for college."
52. As an NBA star my teammates always ask me, "Westbrook, how do you keep your teeth so shiny?" and I make sure to tell them about my favorite toothpaste, Colgate!
53. Identify the logical fallacy of this argument:Senator Smith says that the nation should not add to the defense budget. Senator Jones says that he cannot believe that Senator Smith wants to leave the nation defenseless.
54. People from big cities are not as friendly as those from small towns.
55. Making a general statement that all teenagers love video games is an example of a .....
56. This rhetorical device contrasts things to show how unique or opposite they are to make a point
57. I ate some Doritos before the race, and then I won the race. Doritos help me run fast
58. Identify the logical fallacy in this argument:the earth is flat because I see a straight line when I look at the horizon.
59. It is something which we deem to understand or grasp fully.
60. Arguments urging you to follow the same path everyone else is taking
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