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    "unit": {
        "Fallacy": {
            "InformalFallacy": "SpecialPleading"
        }
    },
    "title": "Galactic Logic Academy: Uncovering the Truth Behind Special Pleading",
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        {
            "screen_type": "Text",
            "text": "Welcome back, Cadet! The galaxy needs your sharp reasoning skills once again. This time, your mission is to uncover and dismantle the fallacy of special pleading. Ready to bring clarity to the cosmos? Let's dive in!",
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        {
            "screen_type": "Text",
            "text": "Special pleading occurs when someone applies rules or standards to others while exempting themselves or their argument without valid justification. This fallacy often hides behind emotional appeals or vague exceptions.",
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        },
        {
            "screen_type": "Text",
            "text": "Imagine a planetary leader arguing, 'All planets must contribute resources to the Galactic Defense Fund, but our planet is an exception because we are special.' Without a valid reason, this is an example of special pleading.",
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            "question": "Which of the following is an example of special pleading?",
            "options": [
                "All starships must follow the speed limit, but our starship is an exception because we are on an important mission.",
                "If the starship is repaired, it will fly. It is repaired, so it will fly.",
                "All planets must contribute resources, but our planet is exempt because we are smaller than others."
            ],
            "correct_indices": [0, 2],
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            "hints": [
                "Look for arguments where exceptions are made without valid justification."
            ]
        },
        {
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            "text": "Special pleading can also occur when someone dismisses evidence or rules that contradict their argument. For example, 'Our planet's leader cannot be corrupt because they are a good person.' This avoids addressing the evidence directly.",
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            "question": "Which of the following are examples of special pleading? Select all that apply.",
            "options": [
                "Claiming that a planetary law applies to all citizens except the royal family because they are 'above the law.'",
                "Arguing that a starship's safety regulations don't apply to a specific crew because they are 'experienced pilots.'",
                "Saying that a planetary leader's actions cannot be criticized because they have 'good intentions.'",
                "Assuming that a planet's environmental policies don't need to be followed because they are 'too small to make a difference.'",
                "Claiming that a scientific theory is invalid because it contradicts personal beliefs."
            ],
            "correct_indices": [0, 1, 2, 3],
            "correct_text": null,
            "hints": [
                "Special pleading often involves creating exceptions without valid reasoning."
            ]
        },
        {
            "screen_type": "Text",
            "text": "Congratulations, Cadet! You've completed the Galactic Logic Academy's unit on special pleading. Remember, identifying and addressing this fallacy is crucial for ensuring fairness and consistency across the galaxy. The stars are brighter because of your efforts!",
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