Your position on the death penalty is wrong because you are a disgusting criminal yourself. (What fallacy is this?)
ad hominem
20
T/F: When you make an argument you are simply describing and explaining what is true about something and not giving your opinion.
False
10
T/F: Arguments can be support with facts or opinions, but they are BEST supported with facts.
True
10
Besides including your own facts, opinions, and logical reasoning, what else should you include in an argument to make it even more persuasive?
counterarguments, rebuttals
20
T/F: Arguments and debates have only two sides.
False
10
In an argument, this word means: The main statement or position being argued.
claim, conclusion
20
In an argument, this word means: Facts, data, examples, or expert opinions that support the claim.
evidence, premises
20
In an argument, this word means: Logical connections and inferences that explain how the evidence supports the claim.
reasoning, logical reasoning
20
In an argument, this word means: Opposing viewpoints or objections to the claim.
counterarugment
20
In an argument, this means: Addressing and refuting counterarguments to strengthen the argument.
rebuttal
20
Is this an argument or not? There are a lot of poor people in the world. It is hard to live when you are poor. Poor people often have health problems.
this is not an argument (it is only premises)
10
Is this an argument or not? I’ve never had a boss that I like. I’m not going to like my next boss.
this is an argument, it has a premise (anecdotal observation) and a conclusion (prediction of the future)
10
Florida is the best place to go on vacation because everyone loves to visit Disney World. (What fallacy is this?)
bandwagon, popularity fallacy, appeal to popularity
20
Action on the climate is crucial. Either we reduce carbon emissions to pre-1900 levels, or the world as we know it will end. (What fallacy is this?)
false dichotomy, either-or fallacy
20
People who don't buy and use SUPER WHITE brand toothpaste inevitably suffer from tooth decay and gum disease. (What fallacy is this?)
slippery slope
20
My opponent says we should drill for more oil so we can cheaply heat our homes this cold winter, but clearly he hates Mother Earth and is being paid by the oil industry. (What fallacy is this?)
