Propaganda Techniques

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What is propaganda?

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Propaganda is a form of communication aimed at influencing the attitude of a community toward some cause or position.

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What is the purpose of propaganda?

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The primary purpose of propaganda is to persuade an audience to adopt a particular viewpoint or take a specific action.

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Define 'Testimonial' in propaganda.

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Testimonial is a propaganda technique where a respected or famous person endorses a product, idea, or cause.

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What does 'Bandwagon' mean in propaganda?

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Bandwagon is a technique that suggests that one should do something because everyone else is doing it.

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Explain 'Fear' as a propaganda technique.

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Fear is a technique that uses threats or negative consequences to persuade individuals to take action or adopt a belief.

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What is 'Name Calling' in propaganda?

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Name calling is a technique that involves attacking a person or idea by using derogatory language without providing evidence.

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Define 'Ad Nauseam' in the context of propaganda.

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Ad Nauseam is a technique that involves repeating a message or idea so often that it becomes accepted as truth.

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What is 'Card Stacking' in propaganda?

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Card stacking is a technique that involves presenting only one side of an argument while omitting the other side.

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What is 'Plain Folks' in propaganda?

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Plain folks is a technique that attempts to convince the audience that the spokesperson is just like them.

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What is 'Emotional Appeal' in propaganda?

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Emotional appeal is a technique that aims to elicit strong feelings in the audience to persuade them.

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