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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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Which persuasive techniques does the poster include? Select two options.

A
transfer
B
faulty logic
C
bandwagon
D
glittering generalities
E
fear
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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 statements explain the appeal of a video game as a type of media that can be used for persuasion? Select two options.

A
Video games allow players to engage in role-playing in order to create negative associations with fantasy.
B
Video games frequently raise awareness of important issues by including details about current events.
C
Video games are visually stimulating, so players will be drawn to the exciting and memorable graphics.
D
Video games provide entertainment, so unassuming players will not recognize any biased information.
E
Video games are typically in color, which would make them stand out from other forms of propaganda.
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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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Which information would political campaigns most likely omit from their advertisements?

A
any political goals the candidate has of listening to voters’ concerns
B
any details that tell about the candidate’s relevant political experience
C
any ideas supporting a political ideology different from that of the candidate
D
any facts that would hurt or undermine a political opponent’s campaign
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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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Which details are characteristics of propaganda? Select three options.

A
considers multiple perspectives on a topic
B
uses persuasive language and images
C
promotes a specific ideology or belief
D
avoids using symbols to support a message
E
focuses solely on the use of visual media
F
omits negative details relevant to the belief
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Study the poster created by the US Navy during World War II.

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A
to convince more people to enlist in the Navy
B
to inspire unity in the fight against the Nazis
C
to elicit awareness of the symbol used by Nazis
D
to encourage the Navy to make a star its new symbol

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