Question

In three to four sentences, evaluate the effectiveness of this piece of propaganda from World War II. Consider the motive and appeal of the persuasive techniques and visual elements.

Answer 1

Answer:

This poster effectively uses fear to encourage Americans to buy war bonds. Small children play while a dark swastika looms over them, which suggests that they are in great danger. Also, the text “don’t let that shadow touch them” suggests that the Nazis could reach America one day. As a result, the poster implies that even innocent children are not safe from the terrors of war. It promotes the idea that the only way to save them is to buy war bonds. Together, the image and text strongly persuade the audience to support the war effort against Nazi Germany.  

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