Question

in the quote: \we were stripped of our dignity and forced to conform,\ which literary device is used?
imagery
repetition
simile
hyperbole
in the bass, the river, and sheila mant, which theme is shown in the story?
the power of wealth
the importance of staying true to oneself
the benefits of teamwork
the danger of technology
how does name - calling work as propaganda?
praises everyone equally
uses complex statistics to inform
labels opponents negatively to discredit them
appeals to nostalgia

Explanation:

1. In the quote "We were stripped of our dignity and forced to conform", there is no vivid description for imagery, no repetition of words or phrases, no comparison using 'like' or 'as' for simile, and no extreme exaggeration for hyperbole. But the idea of being "stripped of dignity" is a strong and impact - ful statement which can be seen as hyperbole.
2. In "The Bass, the River, and Sheila Mant", the main character has to make choices that reflect on staying true to himself, so the theme is the importance of staying true to oneself.
3. Name - calling as propaganda labels opponents negatively to discredit them. It is not about praising everyone, using statistics, or appealing to nostalgia.

Answer:

1. Hyperbole
2. The importance of staying true to oneself
3. Labels opponents negatively to discredit them