Question

1.Which of the following is an example of a bandwagon argument?

A/Let's go to the movie because we liked the first one in the series.
B.Let's go to the movie because our favorite actor is in the movie.
C.Let's go to the movie because the special effects are supposed to be awesome.
D.Let's go to the movie because everyone at school is going tonight!

2. In relation to arguments, what is a claim?

A.an idea, opinion, or assertion presented in an argument
B.The supporting evidence for an argument
C.The details presented by the author
D.The attempts to persuade the audience

3. In relation to arguments, what is fallacious reasoning?

A.the type of argument that wins
B.strong and provable facts
C.refers to an argument based on false or exaggerated information
D.the losing argument

Answer 1

1. D // Because the term bandwagon is when and activity or action becomes popular. In many cases the term bandwagon is used almost in the form of peer pressure, becomes someone important likes it everyone now likes it.
2. A // A claim is usually used in a form of a thesis and in question 2, answer A id explaining a thesis.
3. C // A fallacious reason would be something exaggerated or invalid. Fallacy means invalid or faulty reason.
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Answer 2

1. The answer is D. Bandwagon argument is a persuasive technique used by the speaker/writer to try to persuade others, by stating that the majority has the same opinion or agree.

2. The answer is B. A claim is a primary point used when someone wants to support or prove an argument.

3. The answer is C. Fallacious reasoning is an erroneous argument, which depends on an illogical opinion.