Practice: Identifying Propaganda Techniques
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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is propaganda?
Back
Propaganda is information, especially biased or misleading, used to promote a political cause or point of view.
Tags
CCSS.L.7.6
CCSS.L.8.6
CCSS.L.9-10.6
CCSS.W.7.2D
CCSS.W.8.2D
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are the main types of propaganda techniques?
Back
The main types include name-calling, glittering generalities, transfer, testimonial, plain folks appeal, bandwagon, card-stacking, emotional appeal, and repetition.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.5
CCSS.RI.7.8
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Define 'name-calling' in propaganda.
Back
Name-calling is a technique that involves using negative labels to create an unfavorable opinion of the opponent.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.7.5
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is 'glittering generalities'?
Back
Glittering generalities are emotionally appealing phrases that are meant to evoke positive feelings but lack substantive information.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.7.5
CCSS.RI.7.8
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.8.8
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Explain 'transfer' in propaganda.
Back
Transfer is a technique that associates a respected person or symbol with a product or idea to promote it.
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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.7.5
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'testimonial' mean in the context of propaganda?
Back
Testimonial involves using endorsements from celebrities or satisfied customers to promote a product or idea.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.7.5
CCSS.RI.7.8
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.8.8
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Define 'plain folks appeal'.
Back
Plain folks appeal is a technique that presents ordinary people endorsing a product or idea to make it relatable.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.7.8
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
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