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What type of lie occurs when someone makes a statement without knowing if it's true or not?
What type of lie occurs when someone makes a statement without knowing if it's true or not?
- An unintentional lie (correct)
- A white lie
- A bluffing lie
- A lie of omission
Which type of lie is obvious to everyone involved?
Which type of lie is obvious to everyone involved?
- A bald-faced lie (correct)
- A lie of omission
- An emergency lie
- A white lie
What is it called when important facts are deliberately omitted, leaving someone with a misconception?
What is it called when important facts are deliberately omitted, leaving someone with a misconception?
- A white lie
- A bald-faced lie
- A lie of omission (correct)
- An emergency lie
What type of lie uses euphemisms to make adult subjects acceptable for children?
What type of lie uses euphemisms to make adult subjects acceptable for children?
Which lie potentially benefits others by maintaining law, order and safety?
Which lie potentially benefits others by maintaining law, order and safety?
What is the act of lying under oath called?
What is the act of lying under oath called?
Study Notes
Types of Lies
- Lie of Ignorance: A statement made without knowing whether it's true or not.
- Bluff: A lie that is obvious to everyone involved.
- Lie of Omission: Important facts are deliberately left out, creating a misconception.
- White Lie: A lie used to make adult subjects acceptable for children, often using euphemisms.
- Noble Lie: A lie that potentially benefits others by maintaining law, order, and safety.
- Perjury: The act of lying under oath.
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Test your knowledge on different types of lies, including lies of commission, lies of fabrication, and lies of omission. Learn about the characteristics and distinctions between each type of lie.
