HISTORY
WORLD WAR I AND THE RUSSIAN REVOLUTION
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Question
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posters were used to influence public opinions
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political cartoons portrayed the enemy negatively
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songs were used for and against the war efforts
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Propaganda could be used to arouse hatred of the foe, warn of the consequences of defeat, and idealize one’s own war aims in order to mobilize a nation, maintain its morale, and make it fight to the end.
Detailed explanation-2: -James Montgomery Flagg (1870-1960) designed what has become probably the best-known war recruiting poster: “I Want You for U.S. Army” [view poster]. Said to be a self-portrait, this most recognized of all American posters is also one of the most imitated.
Detailed explanation-3: -Two examples of propaganda include the Uncle Sam army recruitment posters from World War I or the Rosie the Riveter poster from World War II. Both examples use symbols to represent strength and a sense of urgency as they encourage United States citizens to join the war effort.
Detailed explanation-4: -“The Battle Song of Liberty” “Where Do We Go from Here” “The Star of Glory” “Pack up Your Troubles in Your Old Kit Bag and Smile, Smile, Smile” “Keep the Home Fires Burning (Till the Boys Get Home)” Over There. “God Bless America” “America Here’s My Boy” More items