Question 1

Fast thinking is characterized by conscious attention as well as making rational decisions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

It is important to listen to both sides of an argument before making up your mind.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

People who do not develop their thinking skills often choose fast thinking, which may lead to

Accepted Answer

A)  decisions that result in conflict. 
B)  spur-of-the-moment decisions. 
C)  decisions based on the most compelling evidence. 
D)  logical, rational decisions. 
A)  decisions that result in conflict. 
B)  spur-of-the-moment decisions. 
C)  decisions based on the most compelling evidence. 
D)  logical, rational decisions.

Question 4

In college, you will primarily be called on to receive knowledge rather than construct it.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Sophia is having a hard time in her math class this semester. Her math professor has sent a notice to her adviser that she may need to withdraw from the class. Sophia's adviser schedules an appointment to discuss this issue with her. Sophia begins with the argument that her math professor is unfair, that the homework was not related to his lectures, and that he just does not like her. Sophia is demonstrating which logical fallacy?

Accepted Answer

A)  appealing to false authority 
B)  jumping on the bandwagon 
C)  assuming something is true 
D)  Am I in college to prepare for immediate employment? 
A)  appealing to false authority 
B)  jumping on the bandwagon 
C)  assuming something is true 
D)  Am I in college to prepare for immediate employment?

Question 6

Which statement about an article suggests that it should be used in support of an argument?

Accepted Answer

A)  This article's argument is based on verifiable facts and statistics. 
B)  This article is based on an emotional appeal. 
C)  A celebrity wrote this article in favor of a position. 
D)  This article supports the prevailing opinion. 
A)  This article's argument is based on verifiable facts and statistics. 
B)  This article is based on an emotional appeal. 
C)  A celebrity wrote this article in favor of a position. 
D)  This article supports the prevailing opinion.

Question 7

In Bloom's taxonomy, understanding includes appraising, arguing, defending, and supporting.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

In Bloom's taxonomy, analyzing includes categorizing, comparing, contrasting, and questioning.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which level of Bloom's taxonomy is the highest and is defined as combining concepts and theories to form new, unique ideas?

Accepted Answer

A)  applying 
B)  analyzing 
C)  creating 
D)  understanding 
A)  applying 
B)  analyzing 
C)  creating 
D)  understanding

Question 10

Which level of Bloom's taxonomy requires the highest level of critical thinking?

Accepted Answer

A)  creating 
B)  analyzing 
C)  understanding 
D)  evaluating 
A)  creating 
B)  analyzing 
C)  understanding 
D)  evaluating

Question 11

Explain the value of collaboration.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary , but students should

Question 12

Consider a time when you or someone you know made an argument based on faulty reasoning. Describe the argument you made, including any logical fallacies involved, and explain what you could have done differently to think critically about the information.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary , but possible faulty

Question 13

When engaging in critical thinking, what should you do next after considering multiple viewpoints and drawing conclusions?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ask questions. 
B)  Develop your own viewpoint. 
C)  Challenge your own beliefs. 
D)  Use fast thinking to make a decision. 
A)  Ask questions. 
B)  Develop your own viewpoint. 
C)  Challenge your own beliefs. 
D)  Use fast thinking to make a decision.

Question 14

"Please let me take your shift this weekend. If I don't work enough hours, I won't be able to pay my rent!" This statement is an example of which type of faulty reasoning?

Accepted Answer

A)  hasty generalization 
B)  jumping on a bandwagon 
C)  attacking the person 
D)  begging 
A)  hasty generalization 
B)  jumping on a bandwagon 
C)  attacking the person 
D)  begging

Question 15

In critical thinking, what is considered the main indicator of reasonable, educated people?

Accepted Answer

A)  the ability to review a few high-quality viewpoints 
B)  the ability to persuade others into believing the claims they make 
C)  the willingness to change their mind 
D)  the willingness to change their values 
A)  the ability to review a few high-quality viewpoints 
B)  the ability to persuade others into believing the claims they make 
C)  the willingness to change their mind 
D)  the willingness to change their values

Question 16

A strong argument appeals most to your emotions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which is NOT a characteristic of an effective argument?

Accepted Answer

A)  making a general claim 
B)  providing evidence 
C)  considering a single point of view 
D)  providing reasons to support a claim 
A)  making a general claim 
B)  providing evidence 
C)  considering a single point of view 
D)  providing reasons to support a claim

Question 18

What is an example of falling victim to a false cause?

Accepted Answer

A)  believing that the sun will rise every morning because it has always done so in the past 
B)  believing that a rooster's call causes the sun to rise because the sun rises when the rooster crows 
C)  believing that the earth revolves around the sun because scientific data indicates that this is the case 
D)  believing that the sun is going to burn out because a charismatic person said that it would 
A)  believing that the sun will rise every morning because it has always done so in the past 
B)  believing that a rooster's call causes the sun to rise because the sun rises when the rooster crows 
C)  believing that the earth revolves around the sun because scientific data indicates that this is the case 
D)  believing that the sun is going to burn out because a charismatic person said that it would

Question 19

Ian is attending a rally about increasing campus safety. During the rally, another student, Caryn, who is running for class president, gets up to speak. Ian has been planning to vote for her opponent, Mike, in the election. What should Ian do as Caryn makes her speech?

Accepted Answer

A)  Assume that her information is biased and inaccurate. 
B)  Try to predict where her argument is headed and why. 
C)  Ignore her because he's not planning to vote for her. 
D)  Disagree with her positions on principle. 
A)  Assume that her information is biased and inaccurate. 
B)  Try to predict where her argument is headed and why. 
C)  Ignore her because he's not planning to vote for her. 
D)  Disagree with her positions on principle.

Question 20

Which of the following statements about the use of logic is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)  Attacking the person is an appropriate approach. 
B)  When you beg, you offer no evidence. 
C)  Citing authorities can offer valuable support for an argument. 
D)  You should avoid making hasty generalizations. 
A)  Attacking the person is an appropriate approach. 
B)  When you beg, you offer no evidence. 
C)  Citing authorities can offer valuable support for an argument. 
D)  You should avoid making hasty generalizations.

Fast thinking is characterized by conscious attention as well as making rational decisions.

It is important to listen to both sides of an argument before making up your mind.

People who do not develop their thinking skills often choose fast thinking, which may lead to

In college, you will primarily be called on to receive knowledge rather than construct it.

Which statement about an article suggests that it should be used in support of an argument?

In Bloom's taxonomy, understanding includes appraising, arguing, defending, and supporting.

In Bloom's taxonomy, analyzing includes categorizing, comparing, contrasting, and questioning.

Which level of Bloom's taxonomy is the highest and is defined as combining concepts and theories to form new, unique ideas?

Which level of Bloom's taxonomy requires the highest level of critical thinking?

Explain the value of collaboration.

Consider a time when you or someone you know made an argument based on faulty reasoning. Describe the argument you made, including any logical fallacies involved, and explain what you could have done differently to think critically about the information.

When engaging in critical thinking, what should you do next after considering multiple viewpoints and drawing conclusions?

"Please let me take your shift this weekend. If I don't work enough hours, I won't be able to pay my rent!" This statement is an example of which type of faulty reasoning?

In critical thinking, what is considered the main indicator of reasonable, educated people?

A strong argument appeals most to your emotions.

Which is NOT a characteristic of an effective argument?

What is an example of falling victim to a false cause?

Ian is attending a rally about increasing campus safety. During the rally, another student, Caryn, who is running for class president, gets up to speak. Ian has been planning to vote for her opponent, Mike, in the election. What should Ian do as Caryn makes her speech?

Which of the following statements about the use of logic is FALSE?

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Exam 5: Thinking in College

Fast thinking is characterized by conscious attention as well as making rational decisions.

It is important to listen to both sides of an argument before making up your mind.

People who do not develop their thinking skills often choose fast thinking, which may lead to

In college, you will primarily be called on to receive knowledge rather than construct it.

Which statement about an article suggests that it should be used in support of an argument?

In Bloom's taxonomy, understanding includes appraising, arguing, defending, and supporting.

In Bloom's taxonomy, analyzing includes categorizing, comparing, contrasting, and questioning.

Which level of Bloom's taxonomy is the highest and is defined as combining concepts and theories to form new, unique ideas?

Which level of Bloom's taxonomy requires the highest level of critical thinking?

Explain the value of collaboration.

Consider a time when you or someone you know made an argument based on faulty reasoning. Describe the argument you made, including any logical fallacies involved, and explain what you could have done differently to think critically about the information.

When engaging in critical thinking, what should you do next after considering multiple viewpoints and drawing conclusions?

"Please let me take your shift this weekend. If I don't work enough hours, I won't be able to pay my rent!" This statement is an example of which type of faulty reasoning?

In critical thinking, what is considered the main indicator of reasonable, educated people?

A strong argument appeals most to your emotions.

Which is NOT a characteristic of an effective argument?

What is an example of falling victim to a false cause?

Ian is attending a rally about increasing campus safety. During the rally, another student, Caryn, who is running for class president, gets up to speak. Ian has been planning to vote for her opponent, Mike, in the election. What should Ian do as Caryn makes her speech?

Which of the following statements about the use of logic is FALSE?

Thriving in College and Life

Cultivating Motivation, Resilience, and Emotional Intelligence

Time Management

How You Learn

Reading to Learn

Getting the Most From Class

Studying

Test Taking

Information Literacy and Communication

Majors and Careers

Relationships

Diversity and Inclusion

Wellness

Money

Filters