Logical Fallacies

When writing an argumentative essay, it is important to keep in mind not only your argument, up any possible counter argument that can be made on your topic. Remember to choose relative research when supporting your claim and look for any possible weakness your argument has.

Common Fallacies:

1. Non Sequitur

2. Ad hominem

3. Appeal to Authority

4. False Analogy

5. Bandwagon Argument

6. Begging the Question

7. False Dichotomy

8. Hasty Generalization

9. Post hoc, ergo prompter hoc/cum hoc, ergo proper hoc

10. Reduction and Absurdum

11. Red Herring

12. Argument from Ignorance

Try: Act as if you were making a counter argument your own claim, try to identify any weakness and challenge them. This will help you strengthen your essay when editing.