Is this argument strong or weak?
If you believe that Donald Trump will be a good president, then you are an idiot.
Weak argument
Ad hominem
100
What is the central argument?
Cats can take care of themselves while their owners are away, while dogs often do not know how to.
Cats are better than dogs.
100
All Women are bad drivers.
What is a stereotype?
100
82% of 7th graders enjoy extra time to socialize with their friends.
What is research?
100
Cyclists and drivers cannot cohabitate on our city roads. It is too dangerous.
What is commonly help opinion?
200
Is this a strong or weak argument?
Technology has become a part of our everyday lives. According to USA Today, 75% of Americans aged 12 - 45 possess a cellular device of some sort.
Strong Argument
Research
200
What is the central argument?
Uniforms at school don't allow students to express themselves, make school boring, and can be expensive.
There should not be uniforms in school.
200
I have lifted weights my whole life.
What is an exaggeration?
200
Scientists agree that teenagers require at least 8 hours of sleep to be able to function to their full capacity.
What is authority?
200
We only have two options- we build the bike path and people can commute to work by bike, or we do not build the path and people have to leave their bikes at home.
What is false dilemma?
300
Is this a strong or weak argument?
As an expert in the field of teaching, I believe the best way to connect with students is to set clear expectations and get to know them as individuals.
Weak Argument
Exaggeration
300
What is the central argument?
Watching television for long periods of time causes laziness, addiction, and low self-esteem.
Watching television too much is not good for people.
300
You are just a child and don't understand what the world is like.
What is ad hominem?
300
When you exercise, you feel happier, healthier, and overall less stressed.
What is cause/effect?
300
Bike commuters are forced to bike on the streets fighting for space with drivers and pedestrians, risking their lives every day.
What is appeals to pity?
400
Is this a strong or weak argument?
The classroom is one way to get you ready for your future job. Working hard at school tends to give you more freedom, respect, and trust.
Strong Argument
Cause/effect
400
What is the central argument?
Teenage drivers are a danger to society. They are more 4 times more likely to be involved in a car wreck.
Teenage drivers are dangerous.
400
Students that fail tests do not work hard in school.
What is categorical claim?
400
Your body runs better on healthy food like a car runs better on premium gas.
What is analogy?
400
I've heard this argument before, Mr. Patrick, and I believe the actions you take failed, miserably.
What is personal attacks?
500
Is this a strong or weak argument?
Doctors agree that following a healthy diet is the best way to stay healthy. Doctors can be know-it-alls, but in this case they are right.
Weak Argument
Authority
Stereotype
500
What is the central argument?
The best thing about swimming is that you lengthen your muscles and make them stronger at the same time.
Swimming is good for you.
500
How often should you use rhetorical fallacies?
What is never?
500
How often do you want to support your arguments?
What is as much as possible?
500
Common errors in reasoning that will undermine the logic of your argument.