Logical

Fallacies
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CASE 1
In the trial of Tito Puto, an alleged rapist, a witness comes to the stand to
give a testimony incriminating Puto of the crime.
Witness: I am Mocha Uso, a blogger. I testify against Tito Puto after
seeing first-hand the injuries sustained by Coca Cola Paloma during an
interview. It was obvious that she was raped because of the bruises on
her legs near the crotch. Tito Puto indeed raped Coca Cola.
CASE 2
In the deliberation of the case of Frank Tulabut who was accused of theft,
a witness testified against the Frank.
Witness: Frank asked me yesterday how much an iPhone X costs. Today
we found Herbert’s iPhone X in Frank’s bag. For sure, Frank stole it
because he asked about the price yesterday!
CASE 3
In the midst of the controversy about the anti-rape information material
of Angono Police, a netizen commented to defend the police.
Netizen: The elderly always remind us not to wear clothes that show off
skin. The elderly, the police, and many others agree how such clothes
sexually attract men. Women should be more cautious.
CASE 4
In a conversation between a mother and a child, the mother advised the
child in choosing her career path.
Mother: Our neighbor’s daughter took up AB in Creative Writing because
she’s a good writer. But look at her now! She’s unemployed. You won’t get
a job if you take up a course such as that.
CASE 5
In the midst of the controversy about the misuse of funds of Jesus Christ
the Eternal Church, a unbeliever came to criticize religion.
Unbeliever: Jesus Christ the Eternal Church misused their funds. All
church denominations in history have misused their funds. Corrupt
religions!
CASE 6
A member of the local cult in Arayat goes around Barangay Cutcut to
warn people about hell on his megaphone.
Cult member: Hell is real because no one has proven that it doesn’t
exist! Repent, you sinful beings.
CASE 7
In the trial of Kiko Madlantuta who allegedly murdered Horacho Licup
during a frat initiation, the lawyer of the defendant cross examines the
accused.
Lawyer: Which part of the head did you hit that resulted to the death of
Horacho?
Kiko: I did not kill him!
CASE 8
In the trial of Simon Henson, an alleged drug pusher of Tondu, an
interpellation ensued between the prosecutor and defendant.
Prosecutor: What were you doing in the night of April 2, 2018 at 11:15pm?
Defendant: I was at Joey’s house to hand him a drug we need in our
health experiment.
Prosecutor: It is now clear to the people in this trial. Simon Henson went
to Joey De Lion’s house to hand him drugs. This testimony incriminates
the accused for supplying drugs. He is a drug pusher!
CASE 9
In a private encounter with Ms. Liwanag, Karen defends herself after
being accused of verbally abusing her classmate.
Karen: Ma’am, I am not guilty because I am innocent!
CASE 10
In a private encounter with Ms. Liwanag, a student explains to Ms.
Liwanag how she was verbally abused by her teacher.
Student: Saying things that will emotionally hurt somebody is verbal
abuse. Verbal abuse is child abuse. Ms. Tayag gave me some negative
feedback about the essay that I worked hard for, and I feel very hurt. She
abused me.
CASE 11
In a promotional talk on the new iPhone product, Steve Jab persuades
the crowd to make their reservation.
Steve: Here is the new iPhone. It has a high-end camera. That is why the
phone in general is of superior quality. You should see it for yourself.
CASE 12
In a meeting with his constituents, the barangay captain leaves a
reminder to the crowd.
Barangay Captain: As residents of this barangay, you are enjoined to
obey our local ordinances. If you do otherwise, I will see you at that
narrow cell right there.
CASE 13
In the trial of the late Keith Roses, an accused 16-year-old drug pusher,
his mother comes to the stand to prove his innocence.
Mother: My son is a good brother to his siblings. He works part-time at
McDenald to help in the finances of the family. He has his means. He is
responsible and caring. He will never do something like what you accuse
him of. He is 16 years old, for Christ’s sake.
CASE 14
In the impeachment trial of Chief Justice Serena, one of the senators
presented his argument why the solon is guilty of her misconduct.
Senator: Chief Justice Serena is guilty of graft and corruption during her
tenure. She has deceived the government and its people regarding the
use of funds. How can we trust her? She is a divorcee. She had a record of
cheating during her years in law school. In many aspects of her life, she
has been unworthy of trust.
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