Historical Context-Who's in Control? A Look at Propaganda HG

Historical Context-Who's in Control? A Look at Propaganda HG

Propaganda and Persuasion

Persuasive writing

CC.1.4.11–12.I

CC.1.4.11–12.J

Analyzing fiction

CC.1.3.11–12.A

Historical Context--Who's in Control? A Look at Propaganda

Open Ended

What is Propaganda?

Open Ended

Explain how the Nazi party used propaganda in WWII.

Multiple Choice

Compare propaganda with other forms of persuasion. Which of the following statements is true?

• Propaganda and persuasion both use fear to change people's opinions

• Persuasion uses facts and logic; propaganda uses biased information and emotions

• Propaganda can use slogans and can be used for good or bad

Multiple Select

Analyze the "Buckle Up America" poster. What elements of the poster categorize it as propaganda? Choose all that apply.

• Has a slogan

• Positive influence

• Uses fear

• Uses symbols

Open Ended

INFER: Why might government want to use propaganda to promote something good like wearing seat belts?

Open Ended

Like the 'Buckle Up America' poster, propose some other positive issues that could be promoted through propaganda.