Unit 8-Lesson 2-4 Vocab

Question 1

analogies

Answer 1

a comparison of two different things that are alike in some way; relationships that are similar

Question 2

conclusion

Answer 2

a decision based on information given, an opinion formed after considering the facts

Question 3

propaganda

Answer 3

information put out by an organization or government to promote a policy, idea or cause; distorted information that is systematically spread to promote a policy, idea or cause

Question 4

Bandwagon

Answer 4

(Propaganda technique) Inevitable Victory appeals the attempt to persuade the audience to take the path everyone else is taking.

Question 5

Beautiful People

Answer 5

The type of propaganda that deals with famous people or depicts attractive, happy people. This makes others feel they will be happy if they buy the product

Question 6

Flag Waving

Answer 6

An attempt to justify an action on the grounds that doing so will make one more patriotic.

Question 7

Glittering Generalities

Answer 7

Glittering Generalities that are emotionally appealing words applied to a product or idea, but which present have no concrete argument.

Question 8

Name Calling

Answer 8

This technique is used to incite fear on the listener. For example, the makers of shampoo A might say shampoo B will make your hair fall out.

Question 9

Testimonial

Answer 9

Quotations or speeches were given by people who have experience with the topic being discussed.