Speakers and Roots
You are so stupid, your answer couldn't possibly be right.
What is Ad Hominem?
I know I got the answers wrong on the test, but I have been really sick.
What is Appeal to Emotion (or pity)?
If we can put humans on the moon, we should be able to find a cure for the common cold.
What is false analogy?
Video games rot your brain. Change my mind.
What is the Burden of Proof fallacy?
True, my score wasn't great on this test, but consider: it was too early on a Friday and Jenny had a party the night before so maybe you could curve the grade?
What is Special Pleading?
Legalization of abortion will lead to murder of the old and the physically and mentally handicapped.
What is slippery slope?
Jill: I do not think the Federal tax dollars should support Planned Parenthood.
Bill: What? People who think abortion should be banned have no respect for the rights of women. They treat them as nothing but baby-making machines. That's wrong. Women must have the right to choose.
What is the Strawman Fallacy?
Violent crime is increasing. Therefore, we should vigorously enforce the death penalty.
What is Non sequitur?
This ointment is made from a mix of mint leaves, aloe, and garlic. It's far better for you than that prescription your doctor is peddling.
What is Appeal to Nature?
So you're telling me that chickens are basically modern-day T-Rexes? That's ridiculous
What is personal incredulity?
What's wrong with authority? Is anarchy better?
What is False Dilemma/Loaded Question?
Joe: "Why aren't Republicans passing any jobs legislation?"
Bill: "The Democrats didn't fix the economy either!"
What is the Tu Quoque Fallacy?
Look, Susan says that vaccines cause autism, and you disagree with her, but consider: maybe some vaccines cause autism, or vaccines lead to some autism.
What is the middle ground fallacy?
You should drive on the right side of the road because that is what the law says, and the law is the law.
What is Begging the Question?
My grandfather smoked for like 60 years, every single day, and he lived to be 103.
What is the Anecdotal fallacy?
Fred, the Australian, stole my wallet. Thus, all Australians are thieves.
What is Hasty Generalization?
Nobody did their work so I shouldn't get an F.
What is ad populum/bandwagon?
Bill: Well, that's a hot mess. Learn to argue better or just sit down. I can't even begin to pull that apart until you get it together.
What is the fallacy fallacy?
Aw, just take a sip of this. Look, everyone here is drinking and you don't want to be left out, right?
What is the bandwagon fallacy?
The celebrity says that vaccines are the reason their child developed autism. They say they've done a lot of research, and they do play a doctor on T.V., so I'd say that we can trust them.
What is appeal to Authority?
Since Governor Cho took office, unemployment of minorities in the state has decreased by 7 percent. Governor Cho should be applauded for reducing unemployment among minorities.
What is the False Cause Fallacy?
Euthanasia is morally acceptable. It's the decent thing to do to put people out of their suffering.
What is begging the question?
Oh, if John's coming over, we can't have any meat. His parents are vegan so we don't want to offend him.
What is the genetic fallacy?
Disrespecting the flag is the least American thing you can do.
What is the No True Scotsman fallacy?
This is the way my family has always made spaghetti. My grandmother would roll over in her grave if she saw you adding something new. Stop!
What is Appeal to Tradition?