Propaganda techniques

What is the primary purpose of propaganda as discussed in the introduction?

• To entertain the public

• To influence public opinion

• To provide educational content

• To inform about global events

Which propaganda technique involves dismissing someone's credibility by labeling them?

• Glittering generalities

• Bandwagon

• Name calling

• Plain folks

What is the main characteristic of glittering generalities?

• Citing authoritative figures

• Encouraging group behavior

• Using vague, positive words

• Associating with negative stereotypes

How do testimonials work as a propaganda technique?

• By using complex data

• By appealing to emotions

• By having credible people endorse something

• By citing unknown sources

What does the transfer technique rely on?

• The credibility of an institution

• The simplicity of a message

• The popularity of an idea

• The credibility of a person

Which technique suggests that everyone else is doing something, so you should too?

• Plain folks

• Transfer

• Name calling

• Bandwagon

What is the 'plain folks' technique designed to do?

• Appeal to the elite

• Promote complex ideas

• Promote scientific research

• Appeal to the common man

What should you consider when you hear an extraordinary claim?

• The popularity of the claim

• The source and motive behind the claim

• The simplicity of the claim

• The entertainment value of the claim

Why might someone in a white coat be more believable?

• The coat symbolizes authority

• They are always doctors

• They use complex language

• They speak more clearly

What does the video encourage viewers to do at the end?

• Submit scientific papers

• Participate in a Halloween special

• Watch more advertisements

• Ignore propaganda