I don't agree with Jones when she says we should wait for a trial, and I'll tell you why. I don't approve of letting someone get away with murder! That's why I say let's hang him now! What fallacy does this most clearly illustrate?
What will be an ideal response?
Red Herring
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INSTRUCTIONS: Select the answer that best characterizes each argument. Every tile on this kitchen floor is light blue in color. Therefore, the entire floor is light blue in color
A) Division. B) Begging the question. C) Composition. D) Hasty generalization. E) No fallacy.
Which prophet invites Jeroboam to rebel against David and form the breakaway northern kingdom of Israel?
A. Samuel B. Hosea C. Nathan D. Ahijah
Suppose your professor has scheduled an exam for tomorrow's class. According to the text, what is the best way to prepare for that exam?
(a) Study off and on for 2 hours. (b) Study intensely for the entire evening. (c) Study for 30 solid minutes and then take a break. (d) Study for 5 minutes before the exam. (e) Go to the gym for a long workout.
Based on the "Levels of Thinking and Knowing," which of these people is most likely to be trusting of people in positions of authority?
(a) Sue, age 6 (b) Josh, age 15 (c) Markus, age 28 (d) Linda, age 49