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Spot the Fallacy - Beginner
Short passages containing common logical fallacies. Students identify and name the fallacy in each example. Includes 10 passages with clear, recognizable fallacies.
- 10 practice passages
- Answer key included
- Suitable for middle school
Spot the Fallacy - Intermediate
Longer passages with subtler fallacies. Students must identify the fallacy and explain why it weakens the argument. Some passages contain multiple fallacies.
- 8 practice passages
- Answer key included
- Suitable for high school
Spot the Fallacy - Advanced
Complex arguments from real-world sources including editorials, speeches, and debates. Students analyze the reasoning and identify multiple fallacies.
- 6 extended passages
- Answer key with analysis
- Suitable for college
Fallacy Matching - Name to Definition
Match fallacy names with their definitions. Great for vocabulary building and test preparation. Two versions: 15-item and 25-item.
- Two difficulty versions
- Answer key included
- Quick assessment tool
Fallacy Matching - Name to Example
Match fallacy names with example statements that demonstrate each fallacy. Tests recognition skills in context.
- 20 matching items
- Answer key included
- Good for review
Bias Identification - Worksheet 1
Scenarios demonstrating common cognitive biases like confirmation bias, anchoring, and availability heuristic. Students identify the bias and explain its effect.
- 10 scenarios
- Answer key included
- Discussion prompts
Bias Identification - Worksheet 2
More complex scenarios involving decision-making, media consumption, and social situations. Includes biases like the halo effect, sunk cost fallacy, and bandwagon effect.
- 10 scenarios
- Answer key included
- Reflection questions
Argument Analysis Template
A structured template for breaking down arguments into claims, evidence, reasoning, and potential weaknesses. Reusable for any text.
- Blank framework
- Guided questions
- Example completed analysis
Counterargument Writing Exercise
Students read arguments and write logical counterarguments without using fallacies. Builds constructive reasoning skills.
- 5 argument prompts
- Rubric included
- Peer review guidelines
Fix the Reasoning
Flawed arguments that students must rewrite to remove fallacies while preserving the author's intent. Great for understanding how to argue effectively.
- 8 flawed arguments
- Sample corrections
- Self-assessment checklist