Let’s be honest: Introduction to Logic and Critical Thinking is the only subject that teaches you how to think rather than what to think. It’s essentially the “operating system” for your brain. While other subjects give you data, this one gives you the filters to figure out if that data is actually true, misleading, or just plain nonsense.
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Past Paper On Introduction To Logic And Critical Thinking For Revision
Above is the exam paper download link
When you sit down for a Logic exam, you aren’t just memorizing facts; you are solving puzzles. You are looking for the “glitch in the matrix”—that moment where an argument sounds convincing but falls apart under the cold light of a truth table. To help you sharpen your mental scalpel, we’ve tackled the big “brain-twisters” found in recent past papers.
The Revision Q&A: Deconstructing the Art of Reason
Q: What is the real difference between a ‘Deductive’ and an ‘Inductive’ argument?
This is the cornerstone of any Logic paper.
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Deductive Reasoning: This is about “certainty.” If the premises are true, the conclusion must be true. (e.g., All mammals have backbones; whales are mammals; therefore, whales have backbones.)
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Inductive Reasoning: This is about “probability.” You observe patterns and make a generalized guess. (e.g., Every time I’ve eaten this berry, I’ve felt fine; therefore, the next berry will likely be safe.)
In an exam, if a question asks about the “strength” of an argument, they are usually talking about Induction. If they ask about “validity,” they are talking about Deduction.
Q: How do I spot a ‘Straw Man’ fallacy in a complex text?
The “Straw Man” is a favorite tool in political debates. It happens when someone takes your argument, oversimplifies it into a ridiculous version (the “straw man”), and then attacks that version instead of what you actually said.
Example: > Person A: “We should redirect some of the city’s budget to public parks.”
Person B: “So you want to leave our police force completely broke and let crime run wild?”
When you see an extreme, unfair exaggeration in a past paper scenario, you’ve likely found a Straw Man.
Q: What is a ‘Syllogism’ and how do Venn Diagrams help check them?
A syllogism is a three-part logical argument (Major Premise, Minor Premise, Conclusion). To check if one is valid, we use Venn Diagrams to visualize the relationships between groups. If the shaded areas or circles don’t overlap in the way the conclusion claims, the argument is “invalid.”
Q: Why are ‘Truth Tables’ so important in Propositional Logic?
Truth tables allow us to calculate the truth value of complex statements based on their parts. They help us identify tautologies (statements that are always true) and contradictions. In your revision, make sure you can perfectly map out the operators for AND ($\land$), OR ($\lor$), and IF-THEN ($\rightarrow$).
The Power of the Past Paper: Your Logical Roadmap
You can read about “Socratic Questioning” until you’re blue in the face, but Logic is a performance art. You won’t know if you’ve truly mastered Formal Logic or Fallacy Detection until you try to translate a complex paragraph into symbols under a 45-minute timer.
By downloading our Introduction to Logic and Critical Thinking past paper, you will:
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Master Symbolization: Practice turning “Unless it rains, we will play soccer” into logical notation.
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Refine Your Fallacy Detection: Learn to distinguish between an Ad Hominem (attacking the person) and a Post Hoc fallacy (confusing sequence with causation).
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Identify Trends: You’ll notice that questions on Formal Fallacies (like Affirming the Consequent) are standard features in 2026 exams.
Download Your Revision Material Here
Ready to turn your “gut feelings” into “logical certainties”? Don’t leave your grades to the mercy of a weak argument. The best way to build your confidence is to tackle the structural puzzles that have challenged philosophers for centuries. Use the link below to download a curated past paper.
[Click Here to Download the Introduction to Logic and Critical Thinking Past Paper PDF]
A Quick Parting Tip: The ‘Occam’s Razor’ Rule
Whenever you are faced with two competing explanations in a logic problem, remember Occam’s Razor: The simplest explanation that fits all the facts is usually the right one. Don’t go looking for complex conspiracies when a simple error in judgment explains the situation better. Mentioning this principle in your long-form answers is an easy way to show “critical depth!”
