Mathematics
Grade 8
45 min
Classify logical fallacies
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Argument: 'We need more bike lanes.' Response: 'So you want to get rid of all cars?' What fallacy is this?
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Statement: 'Don't listen to his budget plan. He buys expensive coffee every day!' What fallacy is this?
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Statement: 'A black cat crossed my path, then I failed my test. The cat made me fail!' What fallacy is this?
Sample Practice Questions
Easy
Mom: 'Please clean your room.' Kid: 'Why do you want me to be a slave?' What fallacy is the kid using?
0.Straw Man
1.Ad Hominem
2.False Cause
3.Bandwagon
Easy
Teacher: 'Your math is incorrect.' Student: 'You just don't like me!' What fallacy is the student using?
0.Straw Man
1.Ad Hominem
2.False Cause
3.Bandwagon
Easy
I wore my new shoes, and then I aced my quiz. These must be lucky shoes! What fallacy is this?
0.Straw Man
1.Ad Hominem
2.False Cause
3.Bandwagon
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