Propaganda Techniques Quiz

What is the purpose of using name-calling in propaganda?

• To provide factual information about a person, product, or idea

• To create a positive image using vague and general terms

• To persuade people by using negative words to generate dislike or fear

• To encourage people to make informed decisions based on facts

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Which of the following best describes the effect of name-calling in history?

• It has had little to no impact on society

• It has helped in maintaining peace among nations

• It has caused wars and damaged reputations

• It has always been used to promote positive actions

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What does the technique of Glittering Generality primarily use?

• Detailed and factual descriptions

• Negative connotations to instill fear

• Vague, positive-sounding words with little real meaning

• Accurate and unbiased information

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

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CCSS.RI.7.5

How is Glittering Generality different from Name-Calling?

• Glittering Generality uses facts, while Name-Calling uses lies

• Glittering Generality creates dislike, while Name-Calling creates likeability

• Glittering Generality uses positive words, while Name-Calling uses negative words

• There is no difference; both techniques are the same

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What is the primary effect of the "Bandwagon" technique as described in the text?

• It discourages individual opinions.

• It encourages people to think that everyone else is doing or thinking something, so they should too.

• It promotes self-reliance.

• It reduces the influence of popular opinion.

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

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According to the text, what does the "Testimonial" technique primarily use to promote an idea, action, or product?

• Logical arguments

• Celebrity endorsements

• Statistical data

• Expert opinions

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What should one consider about the person or organization in a testimonial, as suggested by the Institute for Propaganda Analysis?

• Their financial background

• Their expert status on the topic

• Their political affiliations

• Their age

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

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Why is it important to consider the idea by itself, without the testimonial, according to the Institute for Propaganda Analysis?

• To assess the idea's popularity

• To evaluate the idea's originality

• To understand the idea's validity without bias

• To check the legal aspects of the idea

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

What is the purpose of the "Transfer" technique in propaganda as described in Technique 5?

• To create a neutral perspective on issues

• To transfer feelings associated with one object to another

• To provide factual information without bias

• To make people dislike the government

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CCSS.RI.8.8

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CCSS.RI.7.5

According to Technique 5, how might a cartoon of Uncle Sam disliking immigrants affect public perception?

• It may make people feel that the entire U.S. supports immigrants

• It may make people feel indifferent towards immigrants

• It may make people feel that the entire U.S. dislikes immigrants

• It may make people feel more patriotic

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8