Spot Manipulation: Recognizing Bias and Persuasive Techniques Quiz

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1. A speaker says, "Only an irresponsible person would disagree with this plan." What technique is being used?

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The speaker discredits opponents instead of addressing evidence.

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Spot Manipulation: Recognizing Bias And Persuasive Techniques Quiz - Quiz

Are they trying to convince you unfairly? In this recognizing bias persuasive techniques quiz, you'll learn to spot subtle (and not-so-subtle) forms of manipulation. You'll practice identifying things like loaded language, emotional appeals, and hidden prejudice (bias), as well as common persuasive techniques. Each question sharpens your ability to spot... see moremanipulation and think independently.
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2. True or False: Emotional appeals always make an argument stronger.

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Emotion can attract attention but may distract from weak logic.

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3. You hear, “This policy must be right—everyone supports it.” What fallacy is shown?

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“Everyone supports it” pressures agreement through popularity.

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4. A commercial says, “Doctors recommend our product.” What should a critical listener ask?

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You must verify credibility of the “experts.”

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

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Distinguishing fact from opinion helps judge reliability.

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6. A speaker says, “If we allow one late assignment, soon no one will meet deadlines!” Which fallacy appears?

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It exaggerates consequences without evidence.

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7. True or False: Biased sources always lie.

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Bias colors presentation but may still include facts.

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8. Fill in the blank: “Critical listeners look for sound ______ that supports each claim.”

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Solid evidence shows reasoning is reliable.

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9. A speaker says, “You should trust me because I’m an honor student.” What reasoning flaw appears?

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Personal status doesn’t guarantee truth.

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10. Which question helps evaluate bias?

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Considering multiple perspectives reveals fairness or bias.

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11. Directions – Match each cue (a–b) with the likely purpose (1–2).

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Fear aims to stir emotion; data builds logic.

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12. True or False: Circular reasoning means using the claim itself as proof.

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It repeats rather than supports the argument.

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13. You hear, “If you buy this phone, you’ll instantly be happier.” What’s missing?

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The claim offers no factual support.

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14. In “The study was published by a well-known university,” the word ______ suggests credibility.

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Institutional sources may increase trust, but must still be verified.

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15. True or False: Critical evaluation combines logic, fairness, and open-mindedness.

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Objective listeners judge ideas, not personalities.

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A speaker says, "Only an irresponsible person would disagree with this...
True or False: Emotional appeals always make an argument stronger.
You hear, “This policy must be right—everyone supports it.” What...
A commercial says, “Doctors recommend our product.” What should a...
Directions – Match each term (a–b) with the correct meaning...
A speaker says, “If we allow one late assignment, soon no one will...
True or False: Biased sources always lie.
Fill in the blank: “Critical listeners look for sound ______ that...
A speaker says, “You should trust me because I’m an honor...
Which question helps evaluate bias?
Directions – Match each cue (a–b) with the likely purpose (1–2).
True or False: Circular reasoning means using the claim itself as...
You hear, “If you buy this phone, you’ll instantly be happier.”...
In “The study was published by a well-known university,” the word...
True or False: Critical evaluation combines logic, fairness, and...
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