Logical Fallacies
This fallacy attacks the person instead on the argument.
What is Ad hominem?
This transition word shows contrast.
What is however?
This appeal uses facts, data, and logic
What is logos?
A comparison using like or as.
what is a simile?
Repeating words and phrases.
What is repetition?
This fallacy misrepresents someones argument to make it easier to attack.
What is straw man?
This transition word shows a result or effect.
What is therefore?
This appeal focus on emotions.
What is pathos?
A direct comparison not using like or as.
What is Metaphor?
Repetition of beginning sounds in words.
What is Alliteration?
This fallacy presents only two choices when more exist.
What is false Dilemma?
This transition words show something happening at the same time.
This appeal builds trust and credibility.
What is Ethos?
Giving human characteristics to non human things.
What is personification?
Saying the opposite of what you mean.
What is Verbal Irony?
This fallacy argues somethings is true because many people believe it
what is Bandwagon?
This transition word introduces an example.
What is for example?
A commercial uses statistics showing 9 out 10 dentist recommend a product
What is Logos?
Language that creates vivid images in your mind.
What is imagery?
When the audience knows something that characters don't
What is dramatic irony?
This fallacy assumes one small step will lead to extreme consequences.
What is Slippery slope?
This transition word signals the ending of an argument.
What is in conclusion?
A scientist presents research finding to support a claim.
What is Ethos?
An exterminate exaggeration.
What is Hyperbole?
When the outcome is the opposite of what is expected.
What is situational irony?