Sentence Structure and Propaganda Tactics Flashcard

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What are glittering generalities in propaganda?

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Glittering generalities are emotionally appealing phrases that are meant to evoke positive feelings but lack substantive information. They often use vague language to promote a product or idea.

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What is the purpose of transitional words and phrases in writing?

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Transitional words and phrases help to connect ideas and guide the reader through the text, making it easier to follow the writer's reasoning.

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What is a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence occurs when two or more independent clauses are joined without appropriate punctuation or conjunctions, making the sentence confusing.

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What must an editorial's position be supported by?

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An editorial's position must be supported by strong reasons that provide evidence and justification for the viewpoint expressed.

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How can you revise a run-on sentence using a subordinating conjunction?

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You can revise a run-on sentence by combining independent clauses with a subordinating conjunction to create a complex sentence.

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What is the definition of propaganda?

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Propaganda is information, especially biased or misleading, used to promote a particular political cause or point of view.

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What is the bandwagon propaganda tactic?

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The bandwagon tactic encourages people to join in because others are doing it, suggesting that one should follow the crowd.

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What is name-calling in propaganda?

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Name-calling is a tactic that involves using negative labels to create an unfavorable opinion of a person or idea.

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What are examples of transitional phrases?

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Examples of transitional phrases include 'however', 'on the other hand', 'in addition', and 'for example'.

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What is the difference between a complex sentence and a compound sentence?

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A complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause, while a compound sentence contains two or more independent clauses.