{ "unit": { "Fallacy": { "InformalFallacy": "NoTrueScotsman" } }, "title": "Galactic Logic Academy: The No True Scotsman Fallacy", "screens": [ { "screen_type": "Text", "text": "Welcome back, Cadet! Today, we dive into another logical fallacy that often arises in debates across the galaxy: the No True Scotsman fallacy. Your mission is to understand and identify this fallacy to ensure fair and logical reasoning in interplanetary discussions. Ready to sharpen your skills? Let's go!", "question": null, "options": null, "correct_indices": null, "correct_text": null, "hints": null }, { "screen_type": "Text", "text": "The No True Scotsman fallacy occurs when someone dismisses counterexamples to a generalization by redefining the criteria to exclude them. This fallacy often appears in arguments about identity, behavior, or membership in a group.", "question": null, "options": null, "correct_indices": null, "correct_text": null, "hints": null }, { "screen_type": "Text", "text": "For example, imagine a planetary leader claiming, 'No true citizen of Planet X would ever betray their people.' When presented with evidence of a citizen who did, they respond, 'Well, they aren't a true citizen of Planet X.' This is the No True Scotsman fallacy in action.", "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 the No True Scotsman fallacy?", "options": [ "No true scientist would ever question established theories. When a scientist does, they are dismissed as not being a true scientist.", "If the starship is repaired, it will fly. The starship is flying, so it must be repaired.", "If our planet has peace, then trade will flourish. Trade is flourishing, so we must have peace." ], "correct_indices": [0], "correct_text": null, "hints": [ "Look for arguments where counterexamples are dismissed by redefining the group." ] }, { "screen_type": "Text", "text": "The No True Scotsman fallacy can undermine productive discussions by dismissing valid counterexamples. Recognizing this fallacy is key to fostering logical and inclusive debates.", "question": null, "options": null, "correct_indices": null, "correct_text": null, "hints": null }, { "screen_type": "Checkboxes", "text": "", "question": "Which of the following are examples of the No True Scotsman fallacy? Select all that apply.", "options": [ "No true explorer would fear the unknown. When an explorer expresses fear, they are dismissed as not being a true explorer.", "No true artist would create digital art. When a digital artist is mentioned, they are dismissed as not being a true artist.", "No true leader would ever make a mistake. When a leader makes a mistake, they are dismissed as not being a true leader.", "No true scientist would ever question established theories. When a scientist does, they are dismissed as not being a true scientist.", "No true starship engineer would use outdated technology. When one does, they are dismissed as not being a true starship engineer." ], "correct_indices": [0, 1, 2, 3, 4], "correct_text": null, "hints": [ "The fallacy involves redefining group membership to exclude counterexamples." ] }, { "screen_type": "Text", "text": "Congratulations, Cadet! You've completed the Galactic Logic Academy's unit on the No True Scotsman fallacy. Remember, logical reasoning is essential for maintaining peace and understanding across the galaxy. Keep up the great work!", "question": null, "options": null, "correct_indices": null, "correct_text": null, "hints": null } ] }