{ "unit": { "Fallacy": { "InformalFallacy": "BeggingTheQuestion" } }, "title": "Galactic Logic Academy: Unraveling Circular Reasoning", "screens": [ { "screen_type": "Text", "text": "Welcome back, Cadet! Today, we dive into the fallacy of begging the question. This logical misstep occurs when an argument assumes its conclusion in its premises, creating a circular loop. Ready to sharpen your reasoning skills? Let's begin!", "question": null, "options": null, "correct_indices": null, "correct_text": null, "hints": null }, { "screen_type": "Text", "text": "Begging the question often hides behind seemingly valid arguments. For example, 'The Galactic Council's decisions are just because the Galactic Council always makes just decisions.' Notice how the conclusion is assumed in the premise?", "question": null, "options": null, "correct_indices": null, "correct_text": null, "hints": null }, { "screen_type": "Text", "text": "This fallacy can lead to flawed reasoning and poor decision-making. As a cadet, your mission is to identify and dismantle these circular arguments to ensure logical clarity across the galaxy.", "question": null, "options": null, "correct_indices": null, "correct_text": null, "hints": null }, { "screen_type": "Mcq", "text": "", "question": "Which of the following is an example of begging the question?", "options": [ "The Galactic Council is fair because it says so in its charter, and the charter is fair because the Galactic Council wrote it.", "If the starship is repaired, it will fly. The starship is flying, so it must be repaired.", "The planet is habitable because it has water, and water is necessary for life." ], "correct_indices": [0], "correct_text": null, "hints": [ "Look for arguments where the conclusion is assumed in the premises." ] }, { "screen_type": "Text", "text": "Begging the question can also appear in subtle forms. For instance, 'We know the Galactic Charter is perfect because it was written by the wisest beings in the galaxy, and we know they are wise because they wrote the Galactic Charter.'", "question": null, "options": null, "correct_indices": null, "correct_text": null, "hints": null }, { "screen_type": "Checkboxes", "text": "", "question": "Which of the following are examples of begging the question? Select all that apply.", "options": [ "The Galactic Council's decisions are just because the Galactic Council always makes just decisions.", "The starship is the fastest because it is faster than all other starships.", "The planetary shield is impenetrable because no one can penetrate it.", "The Galactic Charter is perfect because it was written by the wisest beings, and they are wise because they wrote the charter.", "The planet is habitable because it has water, and water is necessary for life." ], "correct_indices": [0, 2, 3], "correct_text": null, "hints": [ "Focus on arguments where the conclusion is directly or indirectly assumed in the premises." ] }, { "screen_type": "Text", "text": "Congratulations, Cadet! You've mastered the art of identifying the fallacy of begging the question. Your ability to spot circular reasoning will help maintain logical integrity across the galaxy. Keep up the great work!", "question": null, "options": null, "correct_indices": null, "correct_text": null, "hints": null } ] }