Recall

Symbolism
Cartoonists use simple objects, or symbols, to
stand for larger concepts or ideas

Exaggeration
Sometimes cartoonists overdo, or exaggerate,
the physical characteristics of people or things in
order to make a point

Analogy
An analogy is a comparison between two unlike
things that share some characteristics. By
comparing a complex issue or situation with a
more familiar one, cartoonists can help their
readers see it in a different

Analyze the following

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7 Elements of Propaganda
Standard 10.7.3 Analyze the rise of
totalitarian regimes

Name Calling
Technique to create fear and arouse prejudice by using
negative words (bad names) to create an unfavorable
opinion or hatred against a group, beliefs, ideas or
institutions
used as a substitute for arguing the merits of an idea,
belief, or proposal.
Often employed using sarcasm and ridicule in political
cartoons and writing.
KEY THINKING QUESTIONS:
What does the name mean?
Is there a real connection between the idea and the name
being used?
What are the merits of the idea if I leave the name out of
consideration?

Glittering Generalities
Use of unclear, sweeping statements (often slogans
or simple catchphrases) using language associated
with values and beliefs deeply held by the audience
without providing supporting information or reason.
May appeal to such notions as honor, glory, love
of country, desire for peace, freedom, and
family values.
cannot be proven true or false because it really says
little or nothing at all.
KEY QUESTIONS:
What do the slogans or phrases really mean?
What are the merits of the idea itself if it is separated
from the slogans or phrases?

Transfer
A technique used to carry over the
authority and approval of something we
respect and revere to something the
propagandist would have us accept.
Use symbols (e.g., waving the flag) to
stir our emotions and win our approval.
KEY QUESTIONS:
What is the speaker trying to pitch?
Is there merit in the proposal by itself?

Testimonial
Associate a respected person with a cause by
giving it their stamp of approval, hoping that
the intended audience will follow their
example.
KEY QUESTIONS:
Why should we regard this person as an expert
or trust their testimony?
Is there merit to the idea or product without the
testimony?.

Plain Folks
Convince the audience that the spokesperson is
from humble origins, someone they can trust and
who has their interests at heart.
Use ordinary language and mannerisms to reach
the audience and identify with their point of view.
KEY QUESTIONS:
Is the person trustworthy when they are removed
from the situation being discussed?
Is the person trying to cover up anything?
What are the facts of the situation?

Bandwagon
Persuade the audience to follow the crowd.
Create the impression of widespread
support. It reinforces the human desire to
be on the winning side. It also plays on
feelings of loneliness and isolation.
KEY QUESTIONS:
What is the propagandist's program?
What is the evidence for and against the
program?

Even though others are supporting it, why should I?

Card Stacking
Makes the best case possible for one side and the
worst for the opposing viewpoint by carefully using
only those facts that support the one side of the
argument, while attempting to lead the audience
into accepting the facts as a conclusion.
In other words, the propagandist stacks the cards
against the truth.
The most difficult one to detect because it does not
provide all of the information necessary for the
audience to make an informed decision. The
audience must decide what is missing.
KEY QUESTIONS:
Are facts being distorted or omitted?
What other arguments exist to support these

Hitler: A Career
Film Notes
Copy this graphic organizer into your notebooks make it full page.
Write down specific phrases used by Hitler, or descriptions give by
the narrator.
Technique
Hitlers Actions
Name Calling
Bandwagon
Glittering Generalities
Transfer
Testimonial
Plain Folks
Card Stacking

Triumph of the Will

FILM NOTES
Make a diagram similar to the one below in the next page of your notebook.
You should attempt to capture as much detail as possible because
you will write a short essay based on the information you collect!

Basic
Messages
Visual
Technique
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Emotions

Guiding Question: WHAT ARGUMENTS IS THE DIRECTOR OF THE