Test #2

Question 1

Also known as a mistaken belief, especially one based on an unsound argument.

Answer 1

Fallacy.

Question 2

A statement that takes something for granted because it would probably be the base.

Answer 2

Appeal to probability.

Question 3

Assumes that if an argument for some conclusion is fallacious, then the conclusion is false.

Answer 3

Argument from fallacy.

Question 4

This category of arguments that require examination of content.

Answer 4

Informal fallacy.

Question 5

Dismissing a claim as absurd without demonstrating proof for its absurdity.

Answer 5

Appeal to stone.

Question 6

This fallacy suggest that if a step or action is not taken, it will invariably lead to similar steps or actions.

Answer 6

Slippery slope.

Question 7

This fallacy is an attempt to hide weakness in an argument by drawing attention from the main argument.

Answer 7

Red Herring.

Question 8

Advancing in an argument that is self-contradictory.

Answer 8

Inconsistency.

Question 9

Similar to slippery slope…

Answer 9

Appeal to extremes.

Question 10

This fallacy refers to popular opinion or majority sentiment to provide support.

Answer 10

Appeal to crowd.

Question 11

Entails making an argument, the conclusion of which is based on an unstated or unproven assumption.

Answer 11

Begging the question.

Question 12

This fallacy attempts to refute an argument by indicating the source of the argument.

Answer 12

Damning the source.

Question 13

This fallacy is when someone attempts to use their opponents inability to disprove a conclusion as proof of the validity.

Answer 13

Appeal to ignorance.