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Miscellaneous
Goal Setting,
Problem Solving & Decision Making
Perception, Beliefs & Knowledge
Report, Infer & Judge
Arguments
100
Bloom's Taxonomy has six levels of intellectual inquiry. What are two levels are missing from this list? Remember, Apply, Analyze, Create
Understand, Evaluate
100
In Quadrant 2 of the Time Management Matrix, on what activities do you want to focus your time?
The important and not urgent things
100
Fill in the blank: Perception is the active 1.______________, organization and 2._______________ of our sensations.
1. selection 2. interpretation
100
"Going beyond factual information to describe what is not known" is a definition of _____________________.
Inferring
100
Define argument
Form of thinking in which reasons are offered in support of a conclusion.
200
There are four types of evidence. Two of them are References and Authorities. What are the other two?
Factual Evidence Personal Experience
200
The problem is you have little money for holiday presents this year but want to remember friends and family with a gift. For 100 points, What is the second step in the problem solving process?
List your alternatives. For another 100 points, list two alternatives to this problem.
200
What is a stereotype?
A belief about a entire group of people without recognizing individual differences among the members of the group.
200
"Describing information that can be verified through investigation" is the definition of __________________.
Reporting
200
Everyone who owns a Mercedes drives like they own the road. This statement is an example of what type of fallacy.
Sweeping generalization
300
Define critical thinking.
Critical thinking is careful exploration of the thinking process used to clarify our understanding of the world and make more informed decision.
300
In both the problem solving and decision making process, what is the third step?
Consider the pros and cons of each alternative
300
What three factors shape our perceptions?
1. Experience 2. Relationships 3. Education/Training
300
What is the definition of judging?
Expressing an evaluation based on certain criteria
300
An effective or sound argument has two characteristics? One is truth. For 150 points, what is the other?
Validity. For 150 points, define validity.
400
Which of these is not a characteristic of a critical thinker? Open-minded Curious "All or nothing" thinking Creative Knowledgeable
"All or nothing" thinking
400
In Alice in Wonderland, Alice asks the Cheshire Cat which road to take. His response is "Where do you want to go?" Alice says, "I don't know." Then the cat says, "It doesn't matter." Explain.
If you don't know where you want to go, if you don't have goals, then it is difficult to determine which way you should go in life. By having goals, you can chart a path to where you want to go.
400
What two statements are implied when you say you “know” something?
Statement is accurate. There is reason and evidence to support your statement.
400
Identify the report, the inference and the judgement. 1. I should bring the water bottles in the care into the house . 2. It will snow tonight. 3. The sky is grey and the temperature is 20 degrees.
1. Judgement 2. Inference 3. Report
400
How does an inductive argument differ from an deductive argument?
In both, the reasons given in support of the argument are known or assumed to be true but in an inductive argument, the conclusion does not necessarily follow from them.
500
What are the eight multiple intelligences?
1. Musical 5. Spatial 2. Logical 6. Kinesthetic/Body 3. Interpersonal 7. Nature 4. Intrapersonal 8. Language
500
Name the guidelines for SMARTest goal setting?
Short and long term goals Measurable goals Achievement strategies Realistic goals Time-bound goals Exhibit goals Seek help Target obstacles
500
What are the three stages of knowing?
1. Garden of Eden or Black and White - knowledge based on authority 2. Anything Goes or Relativism - all statements are equal and relative to the person who holds that 3. Thinking Critically - knowledge based on evidence and reason
500
Why are all beliefs not equal?
Beliefs differ in their accuracy and the reasons and evidence that can be given in support of a belief.
500
Texting while driving distracts the driver from paying attention to the road. Texting places everyone on the road in danger. Texting while driving should be made illegal. Is this an deductive or inductive argument?
Inductive