Understanding Propaganda Techniques

Understanding Propaganda Techniques

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, Journalism, Moral Science

9th - 10th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video tutorial introduces the concept of propaganda, explaining its purpose and various techniques used in media to influence people's beliefs and actions. Techniques such as testimonials, bandwagon, name calling, glittering generalities, card stacking, plain folks, and transfer are discussed in detail. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of critically analyzing these techniques to approach media messages with objectivity. Viewers are encouraged to answer key questions and complete exercises to deepen their understanding.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of propaganda?

To persuade people's actions and beliefs

To entertain the audience

To inform the public

To provide unbiased news

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which technique involves using celebrities to endorse a product?

Name Calling

Transfer

Bandwagon

Testimonials

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the bandwagon technique aim to create?

A sense of confusion

A sense of peer pressure

A sense of fear

A sense of individuality

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the name calling technique work?

By using positive slogans

By using negative words to create dislike

By showing only one side of the story

By using ordinary people in ads

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a characteristic of glittering generalities?

They rely on expert opinions

They use negative imagery

They provide detailed information

They appeal to emotions with simple slogans

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does card stacking involve?

Using only positive information for one side

Presenting both sides equally

Creating a sense of peer pressure

Using negative words to attack opponents

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the goal of the plain folks technique?

To show that a product is luxurious

To demonstrate that a product is for experts

To show that a product is used by ordinary people

To highlight the negative aspects of a competitor

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