Valid or Invalid? - The Syllogisms

Syllogism 1 of 15

Remember, we're interested only in whether the argument is valid; that is, whether the conclusion follows as a matter of necessity given the truth of the premises. Just select "Valid" or "Invalid" from the drop-down list below, then press Next.

Please select... Valid Invalid

Really Deep Thought

The more arbitrary the discipline, the more it works to reinforce belief in the cause. For only the truth of the belief and the righteousness of the cause could justify the hardship of submission.
   --Myles Burnyeat.