Indicate and classify the fallacies found in the following paragraphs.

1. The 1910 earthquake in Cartago (Costa Rica) was caused by the passing of the comet Halley. That day, as a signal of disaster, the long comet tail was to be seen extended all across the evening sky.

2. The new sales tax will benefit the masses since it will reduce the deficit in the national budget.

3. Last night's movie impressed me as of rather poor quality. None of those attending the show seemed quite satisfied.

4. The economic theses of Marxism are unsound, as has been demonstrated by many of this century’s theologians.

5. e. In a recent discussion on the reestablishment of private banking, someone argued that it is urgently needed on account of the poor managerial skills in the national bank industry.

6. f. It is obvious that, on scientific grounds, God’s existence cannot be proven. Hence, I am convinced that God does not exist.

7. My fellow congressmen of the Brown Party: the tax reform under discussion, which noticeably affects farmers and the industrial sector, is clearly inconvenient. All of us want to continue in office two years from now, don't we?

8. The defendant ought to receive parole. His wife and children will suffer much if he goes to jail for ten years.

9. My fellow countrymen and countrywomen: your eyes should be wide open. Our sovereign nation should not be bound by commercial agreements with foreign people with ideologies at odds with our traditions.

10. You, my conservative friend, have always been in favor of private initiative. Be consistent and back this initiative of mine to enact still another private-housing project.

11. The successful political party obtained a crushing majority in the election. We must conclude that its ideological program is the best suited to the needs of our society.

12. Kindly accord preference to my application for the contract. Incidentally, I was partying last night with your boss and he told me your department is up to restructuring. I wish you luck.

13. How dare you crying foul here, having been questioned for an awful case of inside information in your very company!

14. Professor, can you please make easy the test today? We had two more exams this morning.