2. Generalizations When you generalize, you make a broad statement based on facts and details.

3. Generalizations are often signaled by words such as:  Many  Some  Most  Usually

4. Details:  The US flag has red stripes.  Canada’s flag has a red leaf and side panels.  Mexico’s flag has a red panel.  Japan’s flag has a red circle.

5. Generalization example: Red is used in the flags of many countries.

6. Details:  New York City has a large harbor.  Boston has a harbor.  Baltimore is a harbor city.

7. Generalization:  Many cities have harbors.

8. Details:  The Australian city of Perth is on the coast.  The city of Melbourne is on the coast.  Sydney, Australia is located on the coast.

9. Generalization:  Most cities in Australia are…

10. Details:  In a market economy, people choose which goods and services they will buy.  People choose their own jobs.  People own and control businesses.

11. Generalization:  In a market economy, people have…

12. Details:  Pittsburgh is located where three rivers meet.  Philadelphia is on the Delaware River.  Harrisburg is located on the Susquehanna River.

13. Generalization:  Many Pennsylvania cities …