Asynchronous (Propaganda Devices)

This propaganda technique uses words that have strong emotional meanings (positive or negative) to sway the audience’s opinion.

• Bandwagon

• testimonial

• faulty cause and effect

• loaded words

This propaganda technique encourages people to join in on something because “everyone else is doing it.

• Bandwagon

• testimonial

• faulty cause and effect

• loaded words

This propaganda technique presents only one side of an argument to persuade, leaving out important information.

• glittering generalitie

• card stacking

• faulty cause and effect

• loaded words

This propaganda technique uses the endorsement of a famous or respected figure to promote an idea, product, or cause.

• glittering generalitie

• card stacking

• faulty cause and effect

• testimonials

This propaganda technique uses vague, emotional terms that sound impressive but are difficult to define or measure.

• glittering generalitie

• card stacking

• faulty cause and effect

• testimonials

"Don’t be left behind! All your friends are using this new app, so why aren't you?"

What type of propaganda device is this?

• glittering generalitie

• card stacking

• faulty cause and effect

• testimonials

"If you vote for Candidate A, your family will be safe and your community will thrive!"

What type of propaganda device is this?

• glittering generalities

• card stacking

• faulty cause and effect

• testimonials

"Everyone is choosing Brand Y because it’s the best—why not make the smart choice too?"

What type of propaganda device is this?

• glittering generalitie

• bandwagon

• loaded words

• testimonials

"The new diet trend will work for you, just like it worked for millions of others!"

What type of propaganda device is this?

• glittering generalities

• bandwagon

• loaded words

• faulty cause and effect

"This detergent is made with 100% pure ingredients and cleans better than any competitor!"

What type of propaganda device is this?

• bandwagon

• card stacking

• testimonials

• faulty cause and effect