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Test The [red herring] fallacy
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QUESTION 1: What is the "red herring" fallacy?
A tactic of logical argumentation
A plot diversion tactic that introduces an irrelevant topic
A way to reach a conclusion
A type of reasoning error
QUESTION 2: Where does the name of the "red herring" fallacy come from?
From a historical error
From a book of logic
From a folk tale
On the practice of using a smoked herring to distract hunting dogs
QUESTION 3: What example is given of the "red herring" fallacy in politics?
A politician who answers about the country's unity when asked about unemployment
A politician who directly addresses the problem of unemployment
A politician who ignores the question
A politician who changes the subject without explanation
QUESTION 4: Why does red herring work as a diversionary tactic?
Because it appeals to logic
Because it is very clear
Because it introduces a topic that is more interesting or easier to discuss than the original
Because it makes us think more clearly
QUESTION 5: What is the key to avoiding the red herring trap?
Ignore the distraction
Keep the focus on the original topic
Accept the new theme
Change the discussion
QUESTION 6: How do you neutralize red herring in an assertive but respectful manner?
Accepting distraction
Recognizing the distraction and then gently redirecting the conversation
Attacking the person who diverts the topic
Completely ignoring what is being said
QUESTION 7: What essential critical thinking skill involves not being sidetracked by the red herring?
The ability to argue
Mental discipline to avoid getting sidetracked
The ability to persuade
The ability to improvise
QUESTION 8: What is introduced into a discussion when using the "red herring" fallacy?
A relevant topic
An irrelevant topic to divert attention from the original point
A solution to the problem
A point of agreement
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