Critical Thinking ChallengeOnline version Test your critical thinking skills with these thought-provoking questions! by Shazia Akhtar 1 What is the first step in the critical thinking process? a Gathering information b Evaluating the solution c Identifying the problem d Implementing the decision 2 Which of the following is NOT a critical thinking skill? a Evaluation b Memorization c Inference d Analysis 3 What is the purpose of critical thinking? a To follow instructions blindly b To rely on emotions c To avoid thinking deeply d To make reasoned judgments 4 What is a common barrier to critical thinking? a Seeking diverse perspectives b Logical reasoning c Open-mindedness d Confirmation bias 5 Which of the following is an example of deductive reasoning? a Most students in the class are hardworking, so all students must be hardworking. b If it's sunny, then I will go for a walk. c I feel sad, so it must be raining outside. d All men are mortal. Socrates is a man. Therefore, Socrates is mortal. 6 What is critical thinking? a Accepting information without questioning it. b Relying solely on intuition to make decisions. c Ignoring evidence that contradicts your beliefs. d The objective analysis and evaluation of an issue in order to form a judgment. 7 Which of the following is an example of a logical fallacy? a Presenting valid evidence to support a claim. b Ad Hominem: attacking the person making the argument rather than the argument itself. c Using analogies to clarify a complex concept. d Considering multiple perspectives before forming a conclusion. 8 Why is critical thinking important in problem-solving? a It eliminates the need for creativity. b It helps in making informed decisions based on evidence and reasoning. c It speeds up the decision-making process. d It relies on gut feelings and emotions. 9 What role does skepticism play in critical thinking? a It involves blindly accepting information without verification. b It hinders the ability to consider alternative viewpoints. c It encourages questioning and doubting information to arrive at the truth. d It relies on emotional responses rather than logic. 10 How can critical thinking be applied in everyday life? a By analyzing situations, evaluating information, and making informed decisions. b By following instructions without question. c By avoiding challenges and sticking to routine. d By relying on others to think for you.
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