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QuizMultiple Choice

Developing an Effective Argument

Question 6 • MO-English Language Arts 9 B-CR

Which statement is an example of an ad hominem fallacy?

Answer
A
Most of my friends think that movie is great, so it must be.
B
Everyone knows that those sneakers are the best ones to buy.
C
My political opponent disagrees with me about recycling, but he doesn’t have a law degree.
D
Our school is shortening our lunch period, so we’ll never have time to eat a full meal again.

Explanation

An ad hominem fallacy attacks a person instead of addressing that person’s argument. In C, the speaker dismisses the opponent’s view about recycling by pointing out that he lacks a law degree, rather than responding to his reasoning. The other choices rely on popularity or exaggeration, not a personal attack.

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