Question

This World War II poster was designed to encourage Americans to avoid sharing information that could hurt the war effort. Which appeals are used in the poster? Identify at least two examples from the poster to support your answer. Answer in a minimum of two complete sentences.

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Answer 1

This poster appeals to the viewer's fear of the enemy which is clear through the large warning at the top of the page in bold, intimidating letters spelling out "Beware", as well as a depiction of what looks like Hitler looming above the American soldiers with his hand to his ear, listening for them to slip up and reveal vital information. It also appeals to a sense of pride and patriotism for the American soldier by encouraging him to "Do [his] part in silence", implying that the soldier owes this service of discretion and caution to his country.

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Answer 2

This poster appeals to the viewer's fear of the enemy which is clear through the large warning at the top of the page in bold, intimidating letters spelling out "Beware", as well as a depiction of what looks like Hitler looming above the American soldiers with his hand to his ear, listening for them to slip up and reveal vital information. It also appeals to a sense of pride and patriotism for the American soldier by encouraging him to "Do [his] part in silence", implying that the soldier owes this service of discretion and caution to his country.

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