Question 1

When are critical thinking skills required in learning at a university level?
A)In tutorial presentations
B)During the practical component of professional practice
C)During note making
D)All of the c above

Accepted Answer

Critical thinking skills are required in all aspects of learning at a university level. Tutorial presentations require critical thinking to analyze and evaluate the ideas presented. Practical components of professional practice require critical thinking to respond to real-life situations. Note making requires critical thinking to summarize and synthesize complex information. Therefore, option D is the best choice as it encompasses all the activities that require critical thinking skills at a university level.

Question 2

According to information in this Chapter,what determines the quality of human life and what we produce,make and build?
A)The assets we amass
B)Excellence in thought
C)Happiness
D)Our diligence

Accepted Answer

The chapter states that "the quality of human life depends largely on the quality of human thought, belief, and action. It is determined by excellence in thought - this means thinking about things that are important and relevant; thinking about things that matter." Therefore, the quality of what we produce, make, and build is ultimately determined by the quality of our thinking and ideas.

Question 3

One key purpose of critical thinking is to
A)challenge everything you read
B)be critical of everything you read
C)question and evaluate everything you read
D)check all the facts presented in everything you read

Accepted Answer

Critical thinking involves questioning, evaluating, and analyzing information to come to well-reasoned conclusions. It doesn't necessarily mean being critical of everything or challenging everything without considering the evidence. Checking facts is also important but it is just one aspect of critical thinking.

Question 4

Population sampling refers to
A)communication with research participants
B)the statistical data which is used as evidence
C)a type of research writing
D)an accepted commonly used research tool

Accepted Answer

Population sampling is a method used in research to select a group of subjects for a study from a larger population. It is a commonly used tool in research to make inferences about the population from which the sample is drawn.

Question 5

Critical thinking is important for
A)the development of subjective issues and expression of emotions
B)the examination and testing of propositions about any subject or problem
C)the formulation of individual privacy legislation
D)success in games of chance such as gambling

Accepted Answer

Critical thinking involves analyzing and evaluating propositions or arguments about a subject or problem. It is not related to subjective issues or emotions, individual privacy legislation, or success in games of chance.

Question 6

Which activity would usually NOT require critical thinking?
A)Identifying problems and solutions
B)Listing second-hand information
C)Relating theory to practice
D)Making comparisons and contrasts

Accepted Answer

Listing second-hand information does not require critical thinking as it involves simply reproducing information already learned or received from others without analyzing or evaluating it.

Question 7

The two main types of argument in logic are
A)premise and conclusion
B)valid and invalid
C)evidence and examples
D)deductive and inductive

Accepted Answer

Deductive argument is based on a logical inference from given premises to a conclusion that must be true if the premises are true, while inductive argument involves reasoning from individual observations or events to conclude a general principle or hypothesis that is likely to be true but not always certain. These are the two main types of arguments in logic. Premises and conclusion, valid and invalid, and evidence and examples are all important components of these two types of arguments, but they are not the main types of arguments themselves.

Question 8

What is the key to critical thinking?
A)The perception of the speaker or the writer
B)Critical questioning
C)The ability to communicate
D)The ability to organise

Accepted Answer

Critical questioning is the key to critical thinking. This involves asking thought-provoking questions to evaluate and analyze information and arguments.

Question 9

What does critical thinking require of an individual?
A)Patience,hard thinking and egocentrism
B)Curiosity about other people's issues and attention to detail
C)Communication skills and empathy
D)Effective communication and commitment to overcome our egocentrism and sociocentrism

Accepted Answer

Critical thinking requires effective communication skills, but also a commitment to overcome our egocentrism and sociocentrism, meaning we need to be aware of our own biases and those of the society around us. Patience, attention to detail, curiosity, and empathy are also important traits for critical thinking, but D is the best answer as it encompasses the importance of effective communication and being aware of our biases.

Question 10

To convince readers,an argument is based on
A)evidence
B)theories
C)one's own opinion
D)a literature review

Accepted Answer

An argument should be based on evidence, which can include research studies, statistics, expert opinions, and examples. Theories can help support an argument, but they should also be grounded in evidence. One's own opinion is not enough to convince readers, as it lacks objectivity and may not be supported by evidence. A literature review can provide evidence to support an argument, but it is not the only source of evidence and should not be the sole focus of the argument.

Question 11

In critical thinking,what do you need to think about when you are reading?
A)Challenging the author's ideas
B)Questioning the structure,purpose and audience of the text
C)Skimming and scanning the text for the main themes
D)What else the author has written on the subject

Accepted Answer

When reading critically, it is important to question the structure, purpose, and audience of the text to understand the author's intention and perspective. It is also important to analyze the author's ideas, but challenging them may not always be necessary. Skimming and scanning can be helpful in some cases, but not for a deep critical analysis. Checking what else the author has written on the subject may provide additional context, but it should not be the primary focus when reading critically.

Question 12

The nature of critical thinking
A)depends upon self-image,self-esteem,self-concept and self-disclosure
B)is related to our ego and superego
C)is self-directed,self-disciplined,self-monitored and self-corrective
D)involves being critical of others

Accepted Answer

Critical thinking involves self-directed, self-disciplined, self-monitored, and self-corrective thinking. It is not related to ego, superego or being critical of others. It is a process of actively analyzing, evaluating, and synthesizing information gathered from observation, experience, reflection, reasoning, or communication. It helps in developing better decision-making skills, problem-solving abilities, and logical reasoning.

Question 13

A proposition is a claim
A)upon which an argument is based,or a conclusion is drawn
B)in which the reasoning is potentially deceptive
C)which serves an interpretation of the evidence
D)from which evidence is derived

Accepted Answer

A proposition is a statement or claim made in an argument, on which the argument is based or a conclusion is drawn. It is the central point or argument that is being advanced in the discussion or debate. Therefore, choice A is the most appropriate answer.

Question 14

The position taken in the argument is important because it
A)shows the speaker's opinion
B)shows the speaker's conviction
C)reveals the knowledge the speaker has
D)is the starting point for presenting a convincing case

Accepted Answer

The position taken in the argument is the starting point for presenting a convincing case. Without a clear position, the argument lacks direction and may not effectively persuade the audience. The position demonstrates the speaker's opinion and conviction, but its primary purpose is to provide a foundation for the argument. Note: While revealing the knowledge the speaker has may support the argument, it is not directly related to the importance of taking a position.

Question 15

The purpose of an argument is to
A)encourage the reader or listener in his or her decision
B)negotiate between the reader and the speaker
C)convince or persuade the reader or listener to accept a claim
D)help the reader understand what the reader needs to do

Accepted Answer

The purpose of an argument is to convince or persuade the reader or listener to accept a claim. The other options either do not accurately describe the purpose of an argument or are too narrow in their focus.

Question 16

The purpose of an effective persuasive message is to
A)discuss an issue with reference to verifiable evidence
B)create a balance of appropriate emotional and logical appeals
C)convince others that your argument is correct on moral grounds
D)convince others that their argument is illogical

Accepted Answer

An effective persuasive message should have a balance of appropriate emotional and logical appeals to appeal to the audience's emotions as well as their reason. A persuasive message should not focus solely on moral grounds or attacking the opponent's argument.

Question 17

The relationship between a conclusion and an argument in research writing is that
A)an argument is composed of several premises and the conclusion of a single premise
B)a conclusion consists of evidence in support of premises
C)a conclusion is based on the reasoning and evidence in the argument
D)an argument and the conclusion are both made up of evidence

Accepted Answer

A conclusion is a statement that is reached based on reasoning and evidence presented in an argument. It is the final judgment drawn from the evidence and reasoning presented in the argument. Therefore, the conclusion is based on the reasoning and evidence in the argument.

Question 18

In critical thinking,persuasion involves
A)influencing others to change their beliefs or behaviours through moral or logical argument
B)convincing others of your point of view through the presentation of facts
C)debating with others about moral issues
D)appealing to others' emotions to sway them in an argument

Accepted Answer

Persuasion in critical thinking involves influencing others to change their beliefs or behaviors through moral or logical arguments. It involves presenting compelling evidence and convincing arguments to alter the perspectives of individuals. It requires the ability to articulate one's point of view effectively and understand the values and beliefs of others to communicate in a way that resonates with them.

Question 19

What must be tested for accuracy in research writing?
A)General statements or opinions based on incomplete knowledge
B)Findings based on empirical evidence and study
C)Deductive generalisations
D)Inductive reasoning

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

Syllogisms contain at least two premises leading to a conclusion.They are
A)inductive and deductive premises
B)major and minor premises
C)introduction and conclusion premises
D)exemplary and evidentiary premises

Accepted Answer

Syllogisms consist of a major premise and a minor premise, both of which are connected to arrive at a conclusion. The major premise is a general statement, while the minor premise is a specific statement. The conclusion follows logically from the premises.

Quiz 16: Critical Thinking,Argument,logic and Persuasion

When are critical thinking skills required in learning at a university level?

According to information in this Chapter,what determines the quality of human life and what we produce,make and build?

One key purpose of critical thinking is to

Population sampling refers to

Critical thinking is important for

Which activity would usually NOT require critical thinking?

The two main types of argument in logic are

What is the key to critical thinking?

What does critical thinking require of an individual?

To convince readers,an argument is based on

In critical thinking,what do you need to think about when you are reading?

The nature of critical thinking

A proposition is a claim

The position taken in the argument is important because it

The purpose of an argument is to

The purpose of an effective persuasive message is to

The relationship between a conclusion and an argument in research writing is that

In critical thinking,persuasion involves

What must be tested for accuracy in research writing?

Syllogisms contain at least two premises leading to a conclusion.They are