
Understanding Propaganda Techniques

Quiz
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English
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11th Grade
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Hard
+3
Standards-aligned
Russell Wallace
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10 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.11-12.8
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which propaganda technique uses vague, sweeping statements (often slogans or simple catchphrases) that appeal to emotions?
Card Stacking
Plain Folks
Glittering Generalities
Transfer
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.11-12.8
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.11-12.8
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which technique involves presenting only positive information about what is being promoted and omitting any negative information?
Card Stacking
Bandwagon
Plain Folks
Glittering Generalities
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.11-12.8
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.11-12.8
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.11-12.8
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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.8.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
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