What was the effect of the language of us and them in Nazi propaganda?
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Correct answer: Society was divided into friend and enemy groups
The correct answer is D because Nazi propaganda deliberately divided society into an alleged national community of loyal insiders and a set of supposed outsiders or enemies. This “us and them” language simplified complex social and economic problems by blaming selected groups, including Jews, political opponents and other minorities. Once a group was labelled dangerous, discrimination, exclusion and repression could be presented as necessary protection for the nation. Options A, B and C are opposite to the historical effect: this propaganda did not promote equality, international cooperation or open democratic debate. It encouraged suspicion, hatred and obedience, making exclusion appear normal and helping the dictatorship silence dissent.
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Society was divided into friend and enemy groups
Why is this the correct answer?
The correct answer is D because Nazi propaganda deliberately divided society into an alleged national community of loyal insiders and a set of supposed outsiders or enemies. This “us and them” language simplified complex social and economic problems by blaming selected groups, including Jews, political opponents and other minorities. Once a group was labelled dangerous, discrimination, exclusion and repression could be presented as necessary protection for the nation. Options A, B and C are opposite to the historical effect: this propaganda did not promote equality, international cooperation or open democratic debate. It encouraged suspicion, hatred and obedience, making exclusion appear normal and helping the dictatorship silence dissent.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 History question. Chapter: Nazism and the Rise of Hitler. Topic: The Nazi Worldview.
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