Question

logical fallacies formative assessment version a
directions: please write on your own paper. answer each part of each section.
section 1: define fallacy (dok 1)
match each definition to the correct fallacy.

1. attacking the person instead of the argument
2. saying something is true because many people believe it
3. presenting only two choices when more exist
4. using emotions instead of facts
5. misrepresenting someone’s argument

fallacy bank: ad hominem, bandwagon, false dilemma, appeal to emotion, straw
man
section 2: identify the fallacy (dok 2)

1. “if we let students redo assignments, no one will ever do work the first time.”
2. “you’re wrong about school rules because you’re just a kid.”
3. “everyone agrees this class is boring, so it must be true.”

section 3: create fallacy (dok 2)
choose one fallacy and write an example (1–2 sentences).

Explanation:

SECTION 1: DEFINE FALLACY

1. Explanation for 1: Attacking the person (ad hominem) instead of argument.

**: Choose Bandwagon, create a statement where truth is claimed because others agree.
Example: “All my friends think video games are the best hobby, so they must be right.”

Answer:

Ad Hominem

1. Explanation for 2: Believing true because many (bandwagon) believe.