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What is the main purpose of propaganda techniques?
What is the main purpose of propaganda techniques?
Testimonials rely solely on personal experiences without any endorsements.
Testimonials rely solely on personal experiences without any endorsements.
False
What is one example of the bandwagon technique?
What is one example of the bandwagon technique?
Millions of people are switching to FreshWash Detergent!
The technique of _____ brings attention to only positive information while omitting negatives.
The technique of _____ brings attention to only positive information while omitting negatives.
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Match the propaganda techniques to their descriptions:
Match the propaganda techniques to their descriptions:
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Which technique involves inspiring positive feelings with appealing words?
Which technique involves inspiring positive feelings with appealing words?
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Card stacking is considered ineffective in propaganda.
Card stacking is considered ineffective in propaganda.
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What might a political candidate say to employ glittering generalities?
What might a political candidate say to employ glittering generalities?
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Which of the following is NOT an element of form?
Which of the following is NOT an element of form?
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Formalism ignores the context of the text.
Formalism ignores the context of the text.
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What is the main purpose of moral criticism?
What is the main purpose of moral criticism?
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Formalism emphasizes the value of the text instead of its _____ .
Formalism emphasizes the value of the text instead of its _____ .
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Match the following elements of a short story or poem with their definitions:
Match the following elements of a short story or poem with their definitions:
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Which of the following is considered a disadvantage of formalism?
Which of the following is considered a disadvantage of formalism?
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Moral criticism evaluates the emotional impact of literature on readers.
Moral criticism evaluates the emotional impact of literature on readers.
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Identify one advantage of the moralism/moral criticism approach.
Identify one advantage of the moralism/moral criticism approach.
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What is an example of an assertion in advertising?
What is an example of an assertion in advertising?
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The 'lesser of two evils' technique presents one option as the best choice amidst two negative options.
The 'lesser of two evils' technique presents one option as the best choice amidst two negative options.
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Define literary criticism.
Define literary criticism.
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The technique of presenting a specific group as the enemy is known as _____ the enemy.
The technique of presenting a specific group as the enemy is known as _____ the enemy.
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Which of the following best describes formalism in literary theory?
Which of the following best describes formalism in literary theory?
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Assertions in advertising always provide evidence to support their claims.
Assertions in advertising always provide evidence to support their claims.
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What does literary theory encompass?
What does literary theory encompass?
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What is the primary goal of the 'Plain Folks' technique?
What is the primary goal of the 'Plain Folks' technique?
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Name calling is used to describe an enemy in a favorable light.
Name calling is used to describe an enemy in a favorable light.
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Give an example of how the 'Transfer' technique can be used positively.
Give an example of how the 'Transfer' technique can be used positively.
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The 'Simplification/Stereotyping' technique reduces complex situations to a clear-cut choice involving ________ and ________.
The 'Simplification/Stereotyping' technique reduces complex situations to a clear-cut choice involving ________ and ________.
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Which statement best exemplifies 'Name Calling'?
Which statement best exemplifies 'Name Calling'?
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The 'Transfer' technique is only used to create negative associations.
The 'Transfer' technique is only used to create negative associations.
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How does an advertiser typically use the Plain Folks technique?
How does an advertiser typically use the Plain Folks technique?
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Which of the following best describes hegemony?
Which of the following best describes hegemony?
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Karl Marx believed that the proletariat would eventually create a classless society.
Karl Marx believed that the proletariat would eventually create a classless society.
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What do Marxist critics primarily focus on in literature?
What do Marxist critics primarily focus on in literature?
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Feminist literary theory aims to expose __________ in literature to promote gender equality.
Feminist literary theory aims to expose __________ in literature to promote gender equality.
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Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
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What is a key belief of Reader's Response Theory?
What is a key belief of Reader's Response Theory?
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Feminist literary critics argue that male characters are often marginalized in literature.
Feminist literary critics argue that male characters are often marginalized in literature.
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According to Marxist theory, what will ultimately dissolve the other two classes?
According to Marxist theory, what will ultimately dissolve the other two classes?
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What is the main purpose of a reading response according to the theory presented?
What is the main purpose of a reading response according to the theory presented?
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The theory suggests that texts can only be interpreted in one way.
The theory suggests that texts can only be interpreted in one way.
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What does the title 'The Things They Carried' signify in Tim O'Brien's story?
What does the title 'The Things They Carried' signify in Tim O'Brien's story?
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Tim O'Brien provides detailed information about the physical weights of the soldiers' items to emphasize their overall ________ experience.
Tim O'Brien provides detailed information about the physical weights of the soldiers' items to emphasize their overall ________ experience.
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Match the elements of the story with their significance:
Match the elements of the story with their significance:
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Which of these reasons is given for the depth of detail in the weights of soldiers' items?
Which of these reasons is given for the depth of detail in the weights of soldiers' items?
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The student initially found 'The Things They Carried' uninteresting but later became more engaged with the story.
The student initially found 'The Things They Carried' uninteresting but later became more engaged with the story.
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How does the author disrupt the flow of listing items in the story?
How does the author disrupt the flow of listing items in the story?
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Study Notes
Propaganda Techniques
- Eleven techniques commonly used to influence others
- These techniques try and connect a well-liked or respected figure with a product.
Testimonial
- Quotations or endorsements that aim to link a famous person with a product or idea.
- This can be misleading if the endorsement is out of context.
- Example: A sports star promoting athletic shoes.
Bandwagon
- Encourages people to follow the crowd.
- Emphasizes the winning side by highlighting the large number of people joining it.
- Example: A commercial tagline, "Millions are switching"
Card Stacking/Selective Omission
- Presents only positive information, concealing opposing viewpoints.
- This is a form of propaganda often used in many different contexts.
- Example: An advertisement focusing on the protein content of a fast-food burger, but omitting its high fat and sodium levels.
Glittering Generalities
- Use of emotionally positive words with vague meanings
- These phrases often lack specifics but aim to sway opinions by evoking positive feelings.
- Example: A political candidate using phrases like "freedom, justice, and progress".
Plain Folks
- Portrays a person as ordinary and relatable to the common person.
- This gives the impression that the person shares the same views as the public.
- Example: A political candidate emphasizing shared values.
Name-Calling
- The use of negative language or words to attack opponents.
- Name-calling is typically a type of direct attack on a person, group, or entity
- Example: A political debate with one candidate criticizing the other's record as bad.
Transfer
- Connects a respected/desirable image or item to something else.
- This creates an association to convey positive feelings or emotions.
- Example: A commercial showcasing a child playing with a toy in a nice setting to create the impression that the toy is the best for happy times.
Simplification/Stereotyping
- Reduces a complex issue into a simple choice (often good vs. bad), making it easier to understand.
- This approach is used to polarize attitudes by suggesting a clear-cut decision.
- Example: A political ad declaring "All politicians are corrupt!".
Assertion
- Implies something is true without proof.
- Assertions typically lack supporting details or evidence, acting as an attempt to sway opinions without specifics.
- Example: "This is the best product on the market".
Lesser of Two Evils
- Presents a proposition as the less negative option among others.
- Suggests that the given solution is less bad than alternatives.
- Example: Presenting one candidate as the lesser of two evils in a political campaign.
Pinpointing the Enemy
- Identifies a specific target as the cause of problems or issues, simplifying a complex situation.
- Focusing on single entities isolates the issues.
- Example: Blaming a specific country for conflicts instead of looking into the complexity of the issues
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Test your knowledge on various propaganda techniques and literary criticism strategies. This quiz covers examples of methods such as testimonials and bandwagon, as well as different critical approaches like formalism and moral criticism. Perfect for students of literature and communication.
