PHI 103 QUIZ 1 VERSION 1

PHI 103 QUIZ 1 VERSION 1 Question 1 1 / 1 pts Which of the following indicates a premise? Because It follows that So Thus Question 2 1 / 1 pts According to the book With Good Reason: A Guide to Critical Thinking, what is the best way to extract an argument from a passage? Leave it as is; there is no way to improve upon someone’s reasoning. First find the conclusion, and then find the premises of the argument. Rewrite it so that it supports your own point of view. Find the premises first, then the conclusion. Question 3 1 / 1 pts Which of the following is an advantage of using standard form? It helps us to evaluate the quality of an argument independent of our own views about the subject. It is only really necessary for professional logicians and mathematicians It makes arguments logically valid It makes it more likely that your audience will believe your premises Question 4 1 / 1 pts According to the text, the emotions that we feel __________. always guide us to the correct decisions can sometimes make us feel good when we are humiliated are not reliable sources of information should be trusted more than rules of reason Question 5 1 / 1 pts Which of the following is the definition of logic employed by the book With Good Reason: A Guide to Critical Thinking? A study of persuasion The study of arguments The study of how to make critical thinking a part of your life The study of arguments as tools for arriving at warranted judgments Question 6 1 / 1 pts The term critical in critical thinking means which of the following? Negatively attacking something Having the habit of carefully evaluating ideas and beliefs Not caring what others think Thinking in line with majority opinions Question 7 1 / 1 pts Which of these best explains the study of language in relation to logic: Studying language is a distraction from logic Language is not a good tool for expressing arguments Studying language does not contribute to our understanding arguments To study logic it is important to learn to employ language precisely Question 8 1 / 1 pts Which one of these is not one of the good things about intellectual modesty mentioned in Chapter 1? We are more able to recognize our mistakes We are willing to embrace change We are better at public debate We are willing to know what others think Question 9 1 / 1 pts Standard form is __________. a confusing use of language a way to clarify arguments by listing the premises above the conclusion a way to make logical arguments look mathematical in structure the proper use of grammar in presenting an argument Question 10 1 / 1 pts What is the conclusion in the following argument? Dogs are better than cats, since they always listen to what their masters say. They also are more fun and energetic. Dogs are better than cats. Dogs are better than cats, since they always listen to what their masters say. They always listen to what their masters say. Dogs are more fun. Question 11 0 / 1 pts Which of these is listed in chapter 1 of our textbook as an advantage of using logic? It makes us smarter than our peers who don’t study logic It helps us to clarify when our judgments are warranted It helps us to convince others to do what we want them to do It teaches us that emotions are not important The answer can be found in the “Summary and Resources” section of Chapter 2 of With Good Reason: A Guide to Critical Thinking. Question 12 1 / 1 pts An argument in logic is _________. a set of claims, some of which serve as support for another claim a debate between two people the conclusion of one’s reasoning a dispute with no resolution Question 13 1 / 1 pts Which of the following is not one of the reasons given by the authors that language is important? It can improve our sensory abilities like taste. It is the best means for expressing our thoughts and clarifying ideas. It can make a difference in our lives if we use it in its optimal form. It helps to prove our intellectual superiority. Question 14 1 / 1 pts Which of these is one of the differences (given in Chapter 1) between a logical argument and a rhetorical argument? A logical argument does not necessarily involve an exchange A logical argument can involve defending a position Logic involves the use of language Logic addresses more important topics Question 15 1 / 1 pts The word “because” is __________. a conjunction a bad word to use if you want to make your argument clear a premise indicator not a good word to start a sentence Question 16 1 / 1 pts Is the following an argument or an explanation? John will probably come to the party. He is not busy tonight, and he told me he was coming. Argument Explanation Both of these None of these Question 17 0 / 1 pts Which of these is listed in chapter 1 of our textbook as an advantage of using logic? It makes us smarter than our peers who don’t study logic It helps us to clarify when our judgments are warranted It helps us to convince others to do what we want them to do It teaches us that emotions are not important The answer can be found in the “Summary and Resources” section of Chapter 1 of With Good Reason: A Guide to Critical Thinking. Question 18 1 / 1 pts Claims have the following attribute. They do not claim that something is the case. They often make commands. They can be true or false. They are not necessary to form arguments. Question 19 1 / 1 pts Is the following an argument or an explanation? The reason it is so hot lately is that the wind has been coming from the south. Argument Explanation Both of these None of these Question 20 1 / 1 pts Which of the following is an explanation rather than an argument: “Shock collars are cruel because they cause chronic anxiety in dogs.” “I am investing in bit coin because I think it is going to go up.” “I am hungry so I am going to buy food.” “He is smiling so he must be happy.” VERSION 2 Question 1 1 / 1 pts This form of thinking involves using our imagination. Critical thinking Analytical thinking Strategic thinking Creative thinking Question 2 1 / 1 pts Which of these is one of the differences (given in Chapter 1) between a logical argument and a rhetorical argument? A logical argument does not necessarily involve an exchange A logical argument can involve defending a position Logic involves the use of language Logic addresses more important topics Question 3 1 / 1 pts Rhetorical arguments focus on __________. outlining in mathematical form the premises and conclusions of an argument arguments related to morality creating a dialogue between arguing parties persuading the audience to which one is speaking Question 4 1 / 1 pts Premises and conclusions have which of the following in common? They are components of arguments They are both often expressed as questions They are explanations They both must always be true Question 5 1 / 1 pts Which of the following is an advantage of using standard form? It helps us to evaluate the quality of an argument independent of our own views about the subject. It is only really necessary for professional logicians and mathematicians It makes arguments logically valid It makes it more likely that your audience will believe your premises Question 6 1 / 1 pts Which of the following is a claim? Shut the door. The door is shut. Is the door shut? Did you shut the door? Question 7 1 / 1 pts In inductive arguments, __________. the conclusion follows necessarily from the premises one seeks a valid form true premises guarantee the truth of the conclusion the conclusion follows from the premises in a probabilistic manner Question 8 1 / 1 pts Which of these is listed in chapter 1 of our textbook as an advantage of using logic? It makes us smarter than our peers who don’t study logic It helps us to clarify when our judgments are warranted It helps us to convince others to do what we want them to do It teaches us that emotions are not important Question 9 1 / 1 pts Explanations differ from arguments in that __________. their conclusions do not follow from the premises they are about conclusions that are already accepted to be true they are about debated issues they provide reasons for believing something to be case Question 10 1 / 1 pts What is the conclusion in the following argument? Dogs are better than cats, since they always listen to what their masters say. They also are more fun and energetic. Dogs are better than cats. Dogs are better than cats, since they always listen to what their masters say. They always listen to what their masters say. Dogs are more fun. Question 11 1 / 1 pts Analytical thinking involves: Breaking down component parts of larger things or ideas Using one’s imagination Criticizing others Trusting sources Question 12 1 / 1 pts Is the following an argument or an explanation? John will probably come to the party. He is not busy tonight, and he told me he was coming. Argument Explanation Both of these None of these Question 13 0 / 1 pts Which of the following is an explanation rather than an argument: “Shock collars are cruel because they cause chronic anxiety in dogs.” “I am investing in bit coin because I think it is going to go up.” “I am hungry so I am going to buy food.” “He is smiling so he must be happy.” The answer to this question can be found in Section 2.4, “Classifying Arguments,” of With Good Reason: A Guide to Critical Thinking. Question 14 1 / 1 pts What is a claim? A legitimate question about the world The point of contention in a debate An assertion that something is the case Some kind of exclamation Question 15 1 / 1 pts The conclusion of an argument is __________. a sentence that gives a reason why something is true a way to wrap up an argument without hostility the point in time at which the argument ends the claim that is supported by the argument Question 16 1 / 1 pts Which of the following is a premise marker? Thus Because Therefore Hence Question 17 1 / 1 pts The following is an important part of expressing arguments in standard form. Expressing multiple claims in a single premise Being able to paraphrase language to make it clear Not separating out premises and conclusions Including sentences that are not claims in the standard form Question 18 1 / 1 pts An argument can have __________. no more than five premises only false premises only false conclusions any number of premises Question 19 1 / 1 pts To put an argument into standard form, one needs to identify __________. who gave the argument the premises and the conclusion whether the conclusion is true whether it is interesting Question 20 1 / 1 pts According to chapter 1, formal logic ¬_________________? Is the study of inductive reasoning Means the same as logic Is a more abstract approach to logic than informal logic, involving symbols and mathematics Looks mostly at the rhetoric and organizational structure of presentations, rather than the reasoning itself VERSION 3 If you cannot understand the truth value of a claim, then it is not a proposition. (Points : 1) Proposition Non-proposition Question 2.2. Universalized healthcare is Communism. (Points : 1) Proposition Non-proposition Question 3.3. Because the mind conditions reality, it is impossible to know the thing as such. (Points : 1) Proposition Non-proposition Question 4.4. You are taking a quiz. (Points : 1) Proposition Non-proposition Question 5.5. Drive the minivan. (Points : 1) Proposition Non-proposition Question 6.6. Do as we say. (Points : 1) Proposition Non-proposition Question 7.7. Why did Freud hold such strange beliefs about parent-child relationships? (Points : 1) Proposition Non-proposition Question 8.8. Is selfishness a virtue? (Points : 1) Proposition Non-proposition Question 9.9. The library at the local university has over 300,000 books. (Points : 1) Proposition Non-proposition Question 10.10. Particle and wave behavior are properties of light. (Points : 1) Proposition Non-proposition Question 11.11. Are you taking a quiz? (Points : 1) Proposition Non-proposition Question 12.12. Computers have made our lives easier. (Points : 1) Proposition Non-proposition Question 13.13. Michael Jordan was a great football player. (Points : 1) Proposition Non-proposition Question 14.14. A democracy exists if and only if its citizens participate in autonomous elections. (Points : 1) Proposition Non-proposition Question 15.15. Go and give your brother a kiss. (Points : 1) Proposition Non-proposition Question 16.16. Either I am a human or I am a dog. (Points : 1) Proposition Non-proposition Question 17.17. Does the nature of reality consist in an ultimately creative impulse? (Points : 1) Proposition Non-proposition Question 18.18. How many feet are in a mile? (Points : 1) Proposition Non-proposition Question 19.19. If we go to the movies, we will need to drive the minivan. (Points : 1) Proposition Non-proposition Question 20.20. Something is a proposition if and only if it has a truth value. (Points : 1) Proposition Non-proposition