Propaganda Quiz
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- Q1What is propaganda?A type of news journalism.A form of communication that is used to manipulate an audience and promote a particular agenda or point of view.A type of agricultural technique.A form of visual art.A military strategy.30s
- Q2Which of the following is NOT a technique commonly used in propaganda?BandwagonMisinformationTransparency and honestyName-calling30s
- Q3What is the main purpose of propaganda?To influence and manipulate public opinionTo provide unbiased informationTo educate the audienceTo promote multiple points of viewTo entertain the audience30s
- Q4Which of the following is a common characteristic of propaganda?Objective analysis of factsAccurate portrayal of opposing viewpointsUnbiased representation of opinionsSelective presentation of information30s
- Q5Which of the following is a common medium used for propagating propaganda?Private conversationsAcademic publicationsPersonal journalsMass media30s
- Q6Which of the following is an example of propaganda technique called 'bandwagon'?Saying "everyone else is doing it, so you should, too!"Appealing to fear and creating a sense of urgencyPresenting accurate statistics and dataProviding a logical argument with supporting evidence30s
- Q7Which of the following is an example of a propaganda technique called 'glittering generalities'?Always telling the truth and facts o nlyPresenting objective facts and statisticsUsing a celebrity to sell productsUsing positive words like 'freedom' or 'justice' or 'delicious and healthy' to evoke a positive emotional response30s
- Q8Which type of propaganda technique appeals to people's sense of belonging and the fear of missing out?TestimonialBandwagonLoaded languageScare tactic30s
- Q9Which type of propaganda technique involves using a famous or respected person to endorse a product or idea?TestimonialLoaded languageBandwagonScare tactic30s
- Q10Which type of propaganda technique uses regular or ordinary people to endorse a product or idea?StereotypingPlain folksFearmongeringTransfer30s
- Q11Which type of propaganda technique involves intentionally spreading false information or rumors to deceive people?Plain folksFlag-wavingFearmongeringMisinformation30s
- Q12Which of the following is an example of propaganda?An opinion piece expressing multiple perspectivesA documentary presenting balanced viewpointsA news report based on credible sourcesA government advertisement promoting its policies30s
- Q13Which of the following is an example of glittering generalities?A political candidate promising 'hope' and 'change'A documentary exposing government corruptionA scientific study with objective findingsA newspaper article presenting facts and statistics30s
- Q14Which propaganda technique involves portraying the opposing side as evil or immoral?Plain folksFlag-wavingTestimonialName-calling30s
- Q15Which of the following is an example of card stacking in propaganda?A documentary exploring multiple perspectives on a controversial issueA news article presenting a balanced analysis of different political candidatesA political campaign only highlighting the achievements of a candidateAn advertisement showcasing the benefits and drawbacks of a product30s