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Which propaganda technique attempts to portray a speaker as being from an ordinary background?
Which propaganda technique attempts to portray a speaker as being from an ordinary background?
When a politician blames a particular group for societal problems, which propaganda technique is being employed?
When a politician blames a particular group for societal problems, which propaganda technique is being employed?
If a celebrity endorses a product or cause, which propaganda technique is being utilized?
If a celebrity endorses a product or cause, which propaganda technique is being utilized?
Which propaganda technique involves the selective use of statistics or data to support a specific viewpoint?
Which propaganda technique involves the selective use of statistics or data to support a specific viewpoint?
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When a politician uses negative labels or name-calling to discredit an opponent, which propaganda technique is being used?
When a politician uses negative labels or name-calling to discredit an opponent, which propaganda technique is being used?
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Which propaganda technique involves appealing to the desire to conform with the majority or popular opinion?
Which propaganda technique involves appealing to the desire to conform with the majority or popular opinion?
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Which propaganda technique involves using words or phrases that evoke strong emotions to influence the audience's opinions?
Which propaganda technique involves using words or phrases that evoke strong emotions to influence the audience's opinions?
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When a politician associates themselves or their policies with respected or admired figures or ideals, which propaganda technique are they using?
When a politician associates themselves or their policies with respected or admired figures or ideals, which propaganda technique are they using?
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If a company highlights only the positive aspects of their product while omitting any potential drawbacks, which propaganda technique are they employing?
If a company highlights only the positive aspects of their product while omitting any potential drawbacks, which propaganda technique are they employing?
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What is the propaganda technique that presents only two options, when in reality there are more available?
What is the propaganda technique that presents only two options, when in reality there are more available?
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Which propaganda technique suggests that because everyone else is doing or supporting something, the audience should do the same?
Which propaganda technique suggests that because everyone else is doing or supporting something, the audience should do the same?
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If a company uses images of happy families enjoying their product to make it seem suitable for everyone, which propaganda technique are they using?
If a company uses images of happy families enjoying their product to make it seem suitable for everyone, which propaganda technique are they using?
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Study Notes
Propaganda Techniques
Loaded Language
- Loaded Language is a propaganda technique that involves using emotionally charged language to sway the audience's opinions or evoke strong feelings.
Glittering Generalities
- Glittering Generalities is a propaganda technique that aims to persuade the audience by associating a product, idea, or person with something the audience respects or admires.
Card Stacking
- Card Stacking is a propaganda technique that involves presenting only positive aspects of a policy or idea while ignoring any potential drawbacks.
- Card Stacking involves selectively using statistics and data to support a particular point of view while ignoring contradictory evidence.
False Dilemma
- False Dilemma is a propaganda technique that involves creating a false dichotomy, presenting only two options when there are more available.
Bandwagon
- Bandwagon is a propaganda technique that suggests that everyone is doing or supporting something, so the audience should do it too.
Plain Folks
- Plain Folks is a propaganda technique that involves using images or scenarios to make a product or idea seem relatable and suitable for everyone.
Testimonial
- Testimonial is a propaganda technique that relies on the endorsement of a well-known person or celebrity to persuade the audience.
Scapegoating
- Scapegoating is a propaganda technique that involves shifting negative feelings or opinions from one person or group to another unrelated person or group.
Name-calling
- Name-calling is a propaganda technique that involves calling someone names or labeling them with negative terms to discredit them.
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Test your knowledge on propaganda techniques with this quiz. Identify the different methods used to manipulate opinions and influence audiences through loaded language, glittering generalities, and more.
