Argument And Fallacy Packet Quiz

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A multible choice, and true false quiz on the Argument and Fallacy Packet

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1.

Consider the following argument. Premise 1) All unicorns have a single horn. Premise 2) John is a unicorn. 2a) What is the conclusion?
- A.
  
  All unicorns are named John
- B.
  
  John has a single horn
- C.
  
  All single horned animals are called unicorns
2.

Consider the following argument. Premise 1) All unicorns have a single horn. Premise 2) John is a unicorn. Is the argument valid?
- A.
  
  Yes
- B.
  
  No
- C.
  
  Validity does not apply
3.

Consider the following argument. Premise 1) All unicorns have a single horn. Premise 2) John is a unicorn. 2c) Is the argument true?
- A.
  
  Yes, truth does not consider whether or not unicorns actually do exist.
- B.
  
  No, true does consider whether or not unicorns actually do exist.
- C.
  
  What is truth? It is only an illusion.
4.

What is the difference between a true disjunction and a non-true disjunction?
- A.
  
  A true disjunction has an unlimited number of 'disjuncts.'
- B.
  
  A true disjunction has the only options.
- C.
  
  A true disjunction always has only two 'disjuncts.'
5.

Calling someone names in order to disprove their arguments is called...
- A.
  
  Loaded/complex question
- B.
  
  Scare tactic
- C.
  
  Ad hominem
6.

When looking at inductive arguments, the conclusion is always 100% knowable. In other words the conclusion follows from the premises 100% of the time
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
7.

What is the following argument type? If Professor Hull is a genius then he would pass the pop quiz. Professor Hull did not pass the pop quiz. Therefore, Professor Hull is not a genius.
- A.
  
  Hypothetical syllogism
- B.
  
  Modus Ponens
- C.
  
  Modus Tollens
8.

In order to disprove an argument you must...
- A.
  
  Caste aspersions on the person making the argument.
- B.
  
  Give reasons why the evidence does not lead to the conclusion
- C.
  
  There is not good way to attack any argument.