{ "unit": { "Fallacy": { "InformalFallacy": "OverGeneralization" } }, "title": "Galactic Logic Academy: Guarding the Stars Against Overgeneralization", "screens": [ { "screen_type": "Text", "text": "Greetings, Cadet! The galaxy faces a new challenge: overgeneralization. This fallacy arises when conclusions are drawn from insufficient or biased evidence. Your mission is to identify and counteract overgeneralizations to ensure fair and logical decision-making across the stars. Ready to take on this challenge? Let's begin!", "question": null, "options": null, "correct_indices": null, "correct_text": null, "hints": null }, { "screen_type": "Text", "text": "Overgeneralization occurs when a conclusion is made about a group or situation based on limited or unrepresentative evidence. For example, assuming all planets in a star system are hostile because one planet attacked a trade ship is an overgeneralization.", "question": null, "options": null, "correct_indices": null, "correct_text": null, "hints": null }, { "screen_type": "Text", "text": "Overgeneralizations can lead to misunderstandings and conflict. As a cadet, your task is to identify these flawed arguments and ensure decisions are based on sound reasoning and sufficient evidence.", "question": null, "options": null, "correct_indices": null, "correct_text": null, "hints": null }, { "screen_type": "Text", "text": "Consider this example: 'The last two starships from Planet X were poorly constructed. Therefore, all starships from Planet X must be poorly constructed.' This is an overgeneralization because it assumes a pattern based on limited evidence.", "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 overgeneralization?", "options": [ "The last two starships from Planet X were poorly constructed. Therefore, all starships from Planet X must be poorly constructed.", "If the starship is repaired, it will fly. It is repaired, so it will fly.", "The Galactic Council always makes fair decisions because it is composed of wise leaders." ], "correct_indices": [0], "correct_text": null, "hints": [ "Overgeneralization involves making a broad claim based on limited evidence." ] }, { "screen_type": "Text", "text": "Another example of overgeneralization: 'Two traders from Planet Y were dishonest, so all traders from Planet Y must be dishonest.' This unfairly labels an entire group based on the actions of a few.", "question": null, "options": null, "correct_indices": null, "correct_text": null, "hints": null }, { "screen_type": "Checkboxes", "text": "", "question": "Which of the following are examples of overgeneralization? Select all that apply.", "options": [ "All planets in the Zeta system are hostile because one planet attacked a trade ship.", "Two traders from Planet Y were dishonest, so all traders from Planet Y must be dishonest.", "The last two starships from Planet X were poorly constructed. Therefore, all starships from Planet X must be poorly constructed.", "The Galactic Council always makes fair decisions because it is composed of wise leaders.", "If the starship is repaired, it will fly. It is repaired, so it will fly." ], "correct_indices": [0, 1, 2], "correct_text": null, "hints": [ "Look for claims that generalize based on limited or biased evidence." ] }, { "screen_type": "Text", "text": "Overgeneralizations can lead to prejudice and poor decision-making. By identifying and challenging these fallacies, you help ensure fairness and logic prevail across the galaxy.", "question": null, "options": null, "correct_indices": null, "correct_text": null, "hints": null }, { "screen_type": "Mcq", "text": "", "question": "Is this an example of overgeneralization? 'The last two ambassadors from Planet Z were rude, so all ambassadors from Planet Z must be rude.'", "options": ["Yes", "No"], "correct_indices": [0], "correct_text": null, "hints": [ "Does the conclusion rely on limited evidence to make a broad claim?" ] }, { "screen_type": "Text", "text": "Congratulations, Cadet! You've completed the Galactic Logic Academy's unit on overgeneralization. Your ability to identify and counteract this fallacy is vital for maintaining peace and fairness across the galaxy. The stars shine brighter with your efforts!", "question": null, "options": null, "correct_indices": null, "correct_text": null, "hints": null } ] }