Frank argues that it's not a good idea for underage people to drink alcoholic beverages. Apparently Frank wants everyone to be a teetotaler. Bring back prohibition for good-that's what Frank wants. But prohibition was a complete failure in the thirties. Obviously Frank's argument is misguided.
A) Accident.
B) Begging the question.
C) No fallacy.
D) Hasty generalization.
E) Straw man.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Frank's argument is a straw man fallacy because he is misrepresenting the opposing argument (that underage people should not drink alcohol) as an extreme position that wants to bring back prohibition.

Frank Argues That It's Not a Good Idea for Underage