Critical Thinking: Questioning Claims and Evidence Quiz

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1. A speaker says, "Studies prove that our product works better than any other." What should a critical listener ask first?

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Critical listeners question evidence and sources.

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Critical Thinking: Questioning Claims And Evidence Quiz - Quiz

Don't just accept what you hear—ask tough questions! In this questioning claims evidence quiz, you'll develop your critical thinking skills by focusing on how assertions are supported. You'll practice identifying a speaker's claims and determining if the provided evidence is relevant, sufficient, and reliable. Each question helps you master the... see morecore skill of questioning claims evidence to become a better analyst.
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2. True or False: Critical listening means focusing only on how pleasant a voice sounds.

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It involves evaluating ideas, not presentation style alone.

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3. A politician says, “If you care about your community, you’ll vote for me.” What persuasive technique is used?

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The speaker uses emotion to influence behavior.

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4. You hear, “Experts agree that daily reading improves memory.” What should you evaluate?

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Critical listening questions who the experts are and what evidence exists.

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5. Directions – Match each term (a–b) with its meaning (1–2).

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Bias shows preference; credibility shows reliability.

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6. A student says, “Everyone knows video games are bad for you.” What error is this?

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“Everyone knows” is vague and not supported by proof.

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7. True or False: Good listeners check if statements are facts or opinions.

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Evaluating evidence includes separating fact from opinion.

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8. Fill in the blank: “A claim is an idea that must be supported by ______.”

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Without evidence, a claim is just an opinion.

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9. You hear a speaker say, “You should agree with me because I’m older.” What type of reasoning is this?

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It appeals to authority rather than sound evidence.

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10. Which question helps evaluate an argument?

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Strong evaluation looks for factual support, not delivery style.

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11. Directions – Match each cue (a–b) with its evaluation focus (1–2).

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Emotions persuade; data supports logic.

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12. True or False: A biased speaker can still use valid facts.

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Facts can appear in biased arguments, so context matters.

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13. You hear, “Because our product worked once, it will always work.” What flaw is shown?

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Assuming one success proves future success is a logical fallacy.

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14. In “Reliable sources say this medicine helps 80% of patients,” the word ______ signals evidence.

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It suggests credibility, though you should still verify.

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15. True or False: Critical listeners always assume a speaker is wrong.

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They stay open-minded but require proof.

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A speaker says, "Studies prove that our product works better than any...
True or False: Critical listening means focusing only on how pleasant...
A politician says, “If you care about your community, you’ll vote...
You hear, “Experts agree that daily reading improves memory.” What...
Directions – Match each term (a–b) with its meaning (1–2).
A student says, “Everyone knows video games are bad for you.” What...
True or False: Good listeners check if statements are facts or...
Fill in the blank: “A claim is an idea that must be supported by...
You hear a speaker say, “You should agree with me because I’m...
Which question helps evaluate an argument?
Directions – Match each cue (a–b) with its evaluation focus...
True or False: A biased speaker can still use valid facts.
You hear, “Because our product worked once, it will always work.”...
In “Reliable sources say this medicine helps 80% of patients,” the...
True or False: Critical listeners always assume a speaker is wrong.
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