Test 2 Flashcards
(45 cards)
If the conclusion follows logically from the premises then it is ____.
Valid
How many reasons does an enthymeme use in the “because” part
One
In an argument essay, the writer tries to provide _____ to convince the reader
Evidence
The setup for deductive reasoning is called a
Syllogism
The strongest argument should never be placed in the ____ of an essay
Middle
To answer an opponents argument is to ____
Refute
Which type of conclusion is more definite–induction or deduction
Deduction
If the major and minor premises of a syllogism end with the same words, the conclusion is usually ____
Invalid
2 characteristics of a good syllogism
True
Valid
What type of reasoning moves from a generally accepted statement of thrush, to an application of that truth
Deduction
In an argument essay, what format should the thesis be written
Although-because
A claim from only one bit of evidence is ___
Enthymeme
What type of reasoning is used in the Declaration of Independence
Deductive
List the 3 parts of a syllogism
Major premise
Minor premise
Conclusion
What type of reasoning was illustrated in class by having you stand until you had enough evidence to sit down
Induction
Gathering bits of data then drawing a tentative conclusion
Induction
What logical fallacy includes superstitions
Post hoc
What logical fallacy insinuates that “everyone lives this way”
Bandwagon appeal
Logical fallacy that includes prejudice and stereotype
Hasty generalization
Logical fallacy attacking the opponents character
Argument ad hominem
Logical fallacy assuming that there are only two sides of the argument- right and wrong
Either-or
Logical fallacy basing the argument on insufficient evidence
Hasty generalization
Logical fallacy assuming the truth that should be proven
Begging the truth
Logical fallacy hinting that because one thing happens first, it causes another thing to happen next
Post hoc
