FALLACIES (UN Debate)

What is the Ad Hominem fallacy?

Attacking the character, motive, or other attribute of the person making an argument, rather than attacking the substance of the argument itself.

How is the Straw Man fallacy used in debate?

It misrepresents or exaggerates an opponent's argument to make it easier to attack.

What does False Dilemma mean?

Presenting only two options or sides when many more options exist.

What is the Appeal to Popularity fallacy?

Asserting that an argument is true or valid because many people believe it or do it.

What defines the Appeal to Authority fallacy?

Claiming something is true because an unqualified or biased authority figure says it is.

What is a Hasty Generalization?

Drawing a broad conclusion based on a small or unrepresentative sample of evidence.

What is the Slippery Slope fallacy?

Asserting that a small, first step will inevitably lead to a chain of related, usually negative, events.

What does Red Herring refer to in a debate?

Introducing an irrelevant topic into an argument to divert attention from the original issue.

What is Begging the Question (Circular Reasoning)?

An argument's conclusion is assumed in the argument's premise.