Question

A terrorist group bombs a local café. The group's leader circulates a videotape of
the café's owner wearing a catholic cross, driving lavish cars, living in a lush residence,
surrounded by opulence. Which media strategy was most prominently being employed
by the videotape release?
1. Legitimacy for their movement (justify acts of violence)
2. Spread their message
3. Increase sympathy for their militant interpretation of religion
4. Identify opponents for targeted intimidation

Answer 1

Answer:

1. Legitimacy for their movement (justify acts of violence)

Explanation:

By circulating the videotape of the cafe's owner wearing a catholic cross, driving lavish cars, living in a lush residence, surrounded by opulence, The groups leader is simply leading a propaganda to legitimize their movement. By this act some gullible individuals may begin to see the reason for the action of the group.