Critical Thinking Assignment 2

This document contains a critical thinking assignment with 31 multiple choice questions about identifying different types of statements such as arguments, reports, conditional statements, unsupported assumptions, and ought imperatives. The questions cover topics like climate change, health, history, animal rights, and more.

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AIN SHAMS UNIVERSITY

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING

Course: Critical thinking ASUx32s Fall 2023

Assignment 2

1) In a discussion about climate change, Ali says, "If global temperatures continue to
rise, then sea levels will also rise." What type of statement is this?
a) Argument
b) Report
c) Unsupported assumption
d) Conditional statement

2) During a team meeting, Fatima mentions, "Our sales have increased this quarter."
What type of statement is this?
a) Argument
b) Report
c) Unsupported assumption
d) Conditional statement

3) Ahmed believes that "Eating chocolate makes people happy because it releases
endorphins." The reason he provides for his belief is an example of what?
a) Conclusion
b) Premise
c) Report
d) Unsupported assumption

4) In a conversation about movies, Layla says, "I think action movies are more
exciting than romantic movies." This is an example of:
a) Argument
b) conditional statement
c) statement
d) Report
5) During a weather report, the presenter says, "If the cold front moves in, then we
can expect snowfall." This is an example of:
a) Argument
b) Report
c) Unsupported assumption
d) Conditional statement

6) In a discussion about health, Sara claims, "Regular exercise is beneficial because

it improves cardiovascular ‫ القلب واألوعية الدموية‬health." The main conclusion she is
trying to make is:
a) Discussion about health
b) Regular exercise is beneficial
c) It improves cardiovascular health
d) Sara claims

7) During a history lesson, the teacher says, "The pyramids were built by the ancient
Egyptians." This statement is a:
a) Argument
b) Report
c) Unsupported assumption
d) Conditional statement

8) In a debate about animal rights, Jamal argues, "Animals should have rights
because they can feel pain and emotions just like humans." The premise he
provides to support his claim is:
a) Animals should have rights
b) They can feel pain and emotions just like humans
c) In a debate about animal rights
d) Jamal argues

9) While discussing vacation plans, Aisha says, "In the event that we go to the beach,
then we should pack ‫ ناخذ معنا‬sunscreen." This statement is a:
a) Argument
b) Report
c) Unsupported assumption
d) Conditional statement
10) During a discussion on health, Rana says, "Eating vegetables is good for health
because they are rich in vitamins and minerals." This is an example of:
a) A statement.
b) An argument.
c) An observation.
d) A question.

11) In a conversation about art, Ali mentions, "The Mona Lisa is a painting by
Leonardo da Vinci." This is an example of:
a) A statement.
b) An argument.
c) An observation.
d) A question.

12) During a debate on technology, Sara says, "Social media platforms can be harmful
because they can spread misinformation." This is an example of:
a) A statement.
b) An argument.
c) An observation.
d) A question.

13) In a discussion about history, Ahmed says, "The pyramids are located in Egypt."
This is an example of:
a) A statement.
b) An argument.
c) An observation.
d) A question.

14) While discussing diets, Lina claims, "Intermittent fasting ‫ الصيام المتقطع‬is effective
for weight loss because it helps regulate metabolism." This is an example of:
a) A statement.
b) An argument.
c) An observation.
d) A question.
15) In a conversation about music, Omar mentions, "Classical music is amazing." This
is an example of:
a) A statement.
b) An argument.
c) An observation.
d) A question.

16) In a discussion about astronomy, Layla mentions, "Mars is known as the Red
Planet." This is an example of:
a) A statement.
b) An argument.
c) An observation.
d) A question.

17) Which of the following is an example of an ought imperative?

a) The sky is blue.
b) Close the door, soldier.
c) Respect your teachers.
d) Water boils at 100°C.

18) Which of the following is a "non-indicator argument"?

a) Apples are fruits; they grow on trees.
b) It's raining, so you might want an umbrella.
c) John is happy, his team won the match.
d) The cake is delicious because it has chocolate.

19) Identify the "non-indicator argument" from the options below:

a) The grass is wet; it must have rained.
b) Stars shine brightly in the night sky.
c) If you study, you will pass the exam.
d) Ice is cold because it's frozen water.
20) Which of the following is a conditional statement?
a) If it rains, then the ground will be wet.
b) The ground is wet because it rained.
c) Rain makes the ground wet.
d) It rained; therefore, the ground is wet.

21) Which statement is a conditional statement?

a) Plants need sunlight to grow.
b) If plants don't get sunlight, they won't grow.
c) Plants grow because of sunlight.
d) Sunlight causes plants to grow.

22) Which of the following is an argument?

a) If you don't water the plants, they will die.
b) Plants die without water.
c) You should water the plants because they need it to survive.
d) Water is essential for plants.

23) Identify the conditional statement from the options below:

a) Eating healthy foods leads to better health.
b) If you eat junk food, you might gain weight.
c) Gaining weight is a result of eating junk food.
d) You should avoid junk food to prevent weight gain.

24) Which statement is an argument?

a) If the sky is cloudy, it might rain.
b) Cloudy skies indicate possible rain.
c) The sky is cloudy; therefore, it will probably rain.
d) Rain comes from clouds.

25) John states, "You should exercise regularly because it helps in reducing the risk of
diseases."