How Governments use Propaganda

Multiple Choice

What is propaganda?

• Propaganda is a form of unbiased news reporting.
• Propaganda is a type of artistic expression.
• Propaganda is a method of scientific research.
• Propaganda is biased information used to promote a political cause or point of view.

Open Ended

Why would the U.S. Government need to use propaganda to influence an idea instead of just making the people do what they want?

Open Ended

Describe an example of how the government may use propaganda to promote an idea.

Multiple Choice

Why did the U.S. use propaganda posters during WWI and WWII?

• To promote peace and understanding among nations.
• To boost morale and mobilize support for the war effort.
• To encourage citizens to avoid military service.
• To highlight the dangers of foreign influence on society.

Draw

Draw an example of Cold War Propaganda.

Multiple Select

What are 2 examples of public propaganda that are not related to war?

• A campaign to stop smoking

• Navy recruitment posters

• A poster promoting flu shots

• A radio commercial encouraging volunteers to fight in Vietnam

Open Ended

What is a commonly used technique for propaganda and how is it used?

Open Ended

Explain some actions you can take that will help you make wise decisions in response to government messaging.

Multiple Choice

Is all government messaging harmful?

• Yes

• No

Open Ended

Explain what you learned about propaganda and how it's used by governments.