Propaganda Techniques Quiz

What is the main purpose of using "Name-calling or Stereotyping" in propaganda?

• To provide evidence for a claim

• To attach negative labels without examining evidence

• To promote positive stereotypes

• To encourage critical thinking

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

Which propaganda technique involves using emotionally appealing words associated with highly valued concepts?

• Name-calling

• Transfer

• Virtue Words or Glittering Generalities

• Testimonial

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

How does the "Transfer" technique work in propaganda?

• By using negative labels to discredit

• By associating a respected symbol with something to make it more acceptable

• By using vague, emotionally appealing words

• By having a famous person endorse a product

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

What is the role of a "Testimonial" in propaganda?

• To use negative stereotypes

• To associate a product with a respected symbol

• To have a famous person endorse a product for credibility

• To use emotionally appealing words

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

What is the main goal of the "Plain Folks" propaganda technique?

• To create fear about potential negative consequences

• To present only two options as if they are the only possibilities

• To portray a prominent person as ordinary and relatable

• To create a sense of urgency to join in because everyone else is doing it

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CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

How does the "Bandwagon" propaganda technique appeal to the audience?

• By instilling fear about negative consequences

• By portraying a person as relatable and ordinary

• By creating a sense of urgency to fit in and not miss out

• By presenting only two options to an issue

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

What does the "Artificial Dichotomy" technique involve?

• Creating a sense of urgency to join in

• Presenting only two options as if they are the only possibilities

• Instilling fear about potential negative consequences

• Portraying a person as ordinary and relatable

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

Which propaganda technique involves creating support by instilling anxiety and panic?

• Bandwagon

• Plain Folks

• Appeal to Fear

• Artificial Dichotomy

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

What is the propaganda technique called when a product is associated with attractive or successful-looking people to make the audience feel the same way?

• Card Stacking

• Repetition

• Beautiful People

• Loaded Language

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

Which propaganda technique involves selectively presenting only the information that supports a particular viewpoint while omitting contradictory evidence?

• Beautiful People

• Card Stacking

• Repetition

• Loaded Language

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.8