Question

how does the author’s use of the word \assaulted\ in paragraph 2 contribute to our understanding of hitler’s propaganda? (3 points) it emphasizes that the german government’s propaganda campaign was forceful. it shows readers that german citizens didn’t like the propaganda they were exposed to. it reveals that german citizens were physically attacked with propaganda. it shows that german citizens would not readily believe propaganda.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze the meaning of "assaulted" in the context of Hitler's propaganda. "Assaulted" implies a forceful or aggressive action.

• The first option states it emphasizes the propaganda campaign was forceful, which aligns with the connotation of "assaulted" (suggesting a strong, forceful spread of propaganda).
• The second option about citizens disliking propaganda is not directly related to the forcefulness of the propaganda campaign conveyed by "assaulted".
• The third option suggests physical attack, which is not the intended meaning of using "assaulted" metaphorically for propaganda.
• The fourth option about citizens not believing propaganda is also not related to the forceful nature of the propaganda implied by "assaulted".

Answer:

A. It emphasizes that the German government's propaganda campaign was forceful.