Bell Ringer List three ways that World War II changed life on the home front. What were Victory Gardens? Critically Think! How did the role of propaganda affect life on the American home front?

Censorship US government maintained strict censorship of reporting of War Censorship: the suppression of speech or public communication Why?

Ad Campaigns Public morale and ad campaigns kept Americans focused on the war effort

Entertainment Industry Produced movies, plays, and shows that boosted morale and patriotic support for the effort as well as portrayed the enemy in stereotypical ways.

Types of Propaganda Band Wagon Transfer Stereotyping Testimonial

Band Wagon Persuades people to do or use a product or idea because many others are doing it as well

Transfer Use of images or words that have strong emotions tied to them to promote an idea or product (i.e. American Flag)

Stereotyping Depicting a person in a stereotypical way, usually to demonize the enemy

Testimonial Using a famous celebrity to promote an idea or product

NOW YOU TRY! Create a piece of propaganda using one of the techniques we have discussed in class Use the propaganda packets for inspiration Use color pencils and get creative! On the back of your posters be sure to label the following  Audience  Topic  Message  Likely Effectiveness