Fascism and Propaganda Quiz

What is the definition of fascism?

• A form of government where the power is divided among multiple parties.

• A military dictatorship that has total control of citizens' lives, and uses it to promote the interests of one race or nationality.

• A political system where the state holds all the power over the individual in a totalitarian manner.

• A democratic system where leaders are elected by the citizens.

What is the word for information that is intentionally misleading, and is designed to change how people think, feel, or behave?

• Information

• Propaganda

• Communication

• Education

What does it mean to appease someone?

• To confront them aggressively.

• To ignore their demands.

• To make someone stop doing something by giving in to their demands.

• To encourage someone to continue what they are doing.

Which of the following is an example of fascism?

• The United States government

• Benito Mussolini & Fascist Italy

• Unbiased newspapers

• Giving a student a better grade so that their parents don't complain

Which of the following is NOT an example of propaganda?

• Campaign ads on TV during an election

• Unbiased newspapers

• Posters encouraging people to support a presidential candidate

• Giving a child candy so they stop crying

What does the term "Totalitarianism" refer to?

• A democratic system where freedom of speech is protected.

• A system of government that controls every aspect of citizens' lives.

• A monarchy where the king or queen has limited power.

• A government system with multiple parties and free elections.

Which of the following is an example of "Inflation"?

• The price of gas decreasing from 2022 to 2023.

• The price of a product remaining the same over several years.

• A decrease in the cost of living over time.

• A rise in the purchase prices of goods and services over time.

What does the term "Scapegoat" mean?

• A person who is celebrated for their achievements.

• A person who is given credit for others' work.

• A person or group of people that is unfairly blamed for others' problems.

• A person who takes responsibility for their own mistakes.