Understanding Propaganda Techniques

What is the propaganda technique that involves using derogatory language or words that carry a negative connotation to describe an opponent?

• Glittering Generalities

• Name-Calling

• Bandwagon

• Testimonial

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

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CCSS.RI.8.5

Which propaganda technique uses vague, sweeping statements (often slogans or simple catchphrases) that appeal to emotions?

• Card Stacking

• Plain Folks

• Glittering Generalities

• Transfer

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

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CCSS.RI.8.8

What is the technique called when a propagandist uses a famous person or a celebrity to endorse a product or idea?

• Testimonial

• Bandwagon

• Transfer

• Name-Calling

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

Which technique involves presenting only positive information about what is being promoted and omitting any negative information?

• Card Stacking

• Bandwagon

• Plain Folks

• Glittering Generalities

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

What is the name of the technique that attempts to convince the audience that a certain idea or product is good because "everyone else is doing it"?

• Transfer

• Bandwagon

• Name-Calling

• Testimonial

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

Which propaganda technique involves associating a respected person or someone with authority with a product or idea to make it more acceptable?

• Transfer

• Plain Folks

• Card Stacking

• Glittering Generalities

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

What is the technique called when a propagandist tries to convince the audience that they are just like them, using ordinary language and mannerisms?

• Name-Calling

• Plain Folks

• Bandwagon

• Testimonial

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

Which technique involves using symbols, quotes, or images of famous people to convey a message not necessarily associated with them?

• Transfer

• Glittering Generalities

• Card Stacking

• Name-Calling

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

What is the propaganda technique that involves using only facts and figures that support one side of an argument?

• Bandwagon

• Card Stacking

• Testimonial

• Plain Folks

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

Which technique is used when a propagandist tries to create a sense of fear or urgency to persuade the audience?

• Name-Calling

• Glittering Generalities

• Fear Appeal

• Bandwagon

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.8.8