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Study the poster showing characters from the movie Star Wars and created by the US Department of Health, Education, and Welfare in 1977.

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A
The photograph shows fictional film characters, used to “sell” immunization.
B
The text references the health department, a revered government institution.
C
The phrase “call your doctor” adds a reference to an esteemed authority.
D
The phrase “parents of Earth” reminds the audience of the importance of parenting.
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Which persuasive advertising phrase for a brand of whole wheat bread is the best example of a glittering generality?

A
“only 4 grams of fat per serving”
B
“contains a miracle ingredient”
C
“compare with the other brands”
D
“find it at most local grocery stores”
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Why might a wealthy politician choose the plain folks technique in a campaign advertisement?

A
to show that the candidate’s relatives have no government affiliations
B
to prove that the candidate is educationally qualified
C
to connect with non-affluent people who will be voting in the election
D
to entice rich investors to contribute to the campaign
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Study the poster created during World War II.

Question illustration
A
to convince people to buy war bonds by instilling fear in them
B
to explain the role that children played in the war
C
to illustrate how close the Axis powers progressed in relation to the US
D
to educate people on how to use war bonds
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Study the poster created by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to promote handwashing.

Question illustration
A
faulty logic
B
testimonial
C
bandwagon
D
transfer
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Study the poster created in Italy (an Axis member) during World War II. The English translation of the Italian text is "Work and Fight for Your Country and Victory.”

Question illustration
A
to show how the nations at war can find a way to come together in peace
B
to convince men to stop working so they can join the military and fight instead
C
to inform the nation about how workers create weapons for soldiers to use
D
to demonstrate that soldiers and workers were equally important in the war
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Which statement best explains how the use of popular music can persuade a young audience?

A
Popular music has a strong point of view and purpose, which young people will learn to understand.
B
Popular music is easy to access, so it can fit with any type of persuasive media or propaganda.
C
Popular music taps into the feelings and emotions of young people, connecting them to the message.
D
Popular music builds a connection between generations, so all ages access the message in the same way.
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Study the painting created by Norman Rockwell during World War II.

Question illustration
A
plain folks
B
name-calling
C
unwarranted extrapolation
D
glittering generalities

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