Alogical fallacy:

makes a mistake in grammar.

makes a mistake in logic.

makes a mistake in exaggeration

makes a mistake in organization.
2 points

question 2

it is important to recognize logical fallacies because:

you will be tested on them at the end of the unit

you will strengthen your ability to debate

you can use them more effectively in your writing

you will be able to argue your beliefs effectively
2 points

question 3

using logical fallacies will you master the art of persuasion.

true

false
2 points

question 4

match each type of fallacy with its example from arguments against the legalization of marijuana.

slippery slope

circular reasoning

red herring

ad hominem

weak analogy
a.
drugs are illegal, and marijuana is a drug, so it should remain illegal.
b.
if marijuana is legalized for adults in the same way that alcohol is legal, the government will need to figure out how to tax it, and people probably won't know where to buy it.
c.
potheads" are criminals, so they are in no position to make legal arguments.
d.
marijuana is and should be illegal because pot smoking leads to use of harder, more dangerous drugs, thereby increasing crime.
e.
marijuana is a drug just like crack or cocaine, and no one wants those substances legalized.