Today we will add to your Debate notes in preparation for a quiz.
As we watch, record each type of Logical Fallacy with a definition + an example.
Please cover the terms from each video below:
- Logical Fallacy - an error in argument that makes something seem convincing even if it is not true. (These errors may be used purposefully or accidentally.)
- Rhetoric - the art of using language effectively and persuasively.
Video ONE. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1N3TROA8MYY
- Ad Hominem -
- Band Wagon -
- Argument from Antiquity -
- All - Natural -
- From Authority -
- Appeal to Quantum Physics -
- Weasel Words -
- Strong Man Argument -
- Loaded Question -
- Poison the Well -
- Proof by Verbosity -
- Excluded Middle -
- Red Herring -
- Special Pleading -
- Non-Sequiter -
- Argument from Ignorance -
HW: Find a commercial that you believe displays one of these logical fallacies. Bring the link to class tomorrow and be prepared to show it to the class and explain how it displays a logical fallacy. (10 pts.)
NOTE: All commercials must be APPROPRIATE for school. If you wouldn't show it to your grandma...don't bring it here!
