Logical Fallacies Grade 9

"I believe in stricter immigration policies." Opponent: "So you're saying we should just close our borders and not let anyone in?"

"Of course, I'm right. Why? Because I said so, that's why."

"You can either agree with my political views or be labeled as unpatriotic."

"He's guilty because only a guilty person would act so suspiciously."

"I know I failed the exam, but please don't give me a failing grade. My dog just died, and I've been really upset."

"All the top athletes are endorsing this sports drink. If you want to improve your performance, you should drink it too."

"I can't pay the parking ticket because I'm struggling financially. My car broke down last week, and I had to spend all my savings on repairs."

Let's discuss the economy because I think it's important to talk about education because our children are the future of this country.

"You can either study hard and get good grades, or you can drop out and be a failure."

Those who believe that we should have stronger environmental regulations to protect the planet want to destroy jobs and cripple the economy."

"John is a good student because he always wears glasses."

"Don't bother listening to her arguments about gun control; she's just a bleeding-heart liberal."

"I bought a new car, and then I got a promotion at work. Clearly, the new car brought me good luck."

"He's a convicted felon, so we can't trust anything he says about criminal justice reform."

"Eating organic food is expensive. Therefore, it must be healthier for you."

Manager: "We need to focus on increasing sales for the next quarter." Employee: "But what about our competitors? Have we analyzed their marketing strategies thoroughly?"

"John is a good student because he always wears glasses."

"Every time I eat ice cream before bed, I have strange dreams. Ice cream must cause weird dreams."

"Everyone in our neighborhood is voting for Candidate X. If you want to make a difference, you should vote for them too."