1. What is the best definition of a false dilemma?
when someone attacks the opponents of the argument to discredit them
when someone uses half-truths, or generalizations, to support a claim
when someone states that since everyone agrees with a statement, it is correct
when someone presents an either/or scenario but there are other options
2. Which of these is a false dilemma?
You have two choices: You can buy American goods or you can support the sorry work environment of other countries that make our products.
Two ways to stay in shape are playing sports and joining a gym; of course, there are many other ways to get fit.
You might check with your local shelter about adopting a dog or you could check the classifieds for someone selling a dog.
Students who are homeschooled certainly have some advantages over those who attend public schools, but each method has its pros and cons.
3. What is the best definition of fallacious reasoning?
too much evidence in an argument
reasoning that supports an argument
faulty reasoning in an argument
emotions that support a claim
4. Where is fallacious reasoning most often found?
in advertisements, literature, biographies, political speeches, and blog posts
in literature, television shows, interviews, talk shows, and newscasts
in advertisements, newscasts, articles, political speeches, and interviews
in newscasts, articles, movies, television shows, and political speeches
