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Test The straw man fallacy
Agenda
QUESTION 1: What is the "straw man" fallacy?
An honest debate tactic
A dishonest debate tactic that distorts the opponent's real argument
A method for refuting complex arguments
A way to simplify an argument
QUESTION 2: What does Person B create in the environmental policy debate example by committing a straw man fallacy?
The real argument of Person A
A distorted, simplified, or caricatured version of the argument
A stronger argument
A solution to the problem
QUESTION 3: Why is the "straw man" tactic effective?
Because the public always notices the distortion
Because the attack on the "straw man" may seem convincing and the original position is discredited without being discussed
Because it is very difficult to detect
Because it promotes honest debate
QUESTION 4: Why is the "straw man" tactic fallacious?
Because it gets involved with the real argument
Because it doesn't involve itself in the real plot, it's a fight against a ghost
Because it is always convincing
Because it is easy to refute
QUESTION 5: What should we ask ourselves to identify a straw man?
Is my argument strong enough?
Is this a fair and accurate representation of my opponent's argument?
How can I win this argument?
Do I agree with this person?
QUESTION 6: What is the best way to counter the straw man fallacy?
Ignore her
Point it out directly and calmly, and reaffirm the original position
Attack the opponent
Accepting distortion
QUESTION 7: What is achieved by exposing the distortion and redirecting the conversation towards the real argument?
Confusion
Greater distortion
Dismantle the fallacy and promote more honest and productive debate
Victory in the debate
QUESTION 8: What type of version of the opponent's argument is created in the "straw man" fallacy?
An identical version
A distorted, simplified or caricatured version
A more complex version
A more accurate version
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