Generalization

Which statement is a valid generalization?

• Everyone who coughs has the flu.

• Some people who cough have the flu.

Which statement is a faulty generalization?

• Toddlers should never be allowed to play with markers on carpet.

• Toddlers typically make a mess when they color.

Which statement is a generalization?

• cheeseburger is made with meat and cheese.

• Many kids love to eat cheeseburgers.

• Cheeseburgers are the best food.

What is the clue word in the following generalization?
Most government buildings are closed on holidays.

• Most

• Are

• Closed

• Government

What is the clue word in the following generalization?
Few kids prefer vegetables to fruits.

• Prefer

• To

• Few

• Kids

What is the clue word in the following generalization? Teachers typically grade papers over the weekend.

• Over

• Typically

• Grade

• Weekend

What is the clue word in the following generalization? The students in our school are often polite and respectful to substitute teachers.

• In

• Students

• Are

• Often

What is the clue word in the following generalization? The work of an artist is rarely appreciated during their lifetime.

• Work

• During

• Rarely

• Appreciated

Women were rarely thought of as inventors in the 19th Century.

• Fact

• Opinion

• Generalization

Many heroes in Greek mythology had one weakness that ultimately led to their downfall.

• Fact

• Opinion

• Generalization