Making Generalizations

What is a Generalization?

• a special conclusion that makes a general statement about a group. 
• a decision you make based on clues in the story
• a conclusion or opinion that is formed because of known facts or evidence

What words can you find that indicate a generalization?

• and, but, or
• however, until, because
• all, some, most

A valid generalization can be supported by facts whereas a faulty generalization cannot.

• True

• False

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

Colored pencils are the best medium when creating a work of art.

• Fact
• Opinion
• Generalization

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