Signs and Red Flags
Psychological Manipulation Tactics
Historical Instances of Manipulation
Media Manipulation Strategies
Famous Manipulative Figures
100

This can be categorized by saying "I love you" within the first few days/weeks of knowing someone

Love Bombing

100

Cult leaders often rely on this social epidemic to coerce people into following them

Peer pressure

100

Which cult did the phrase "done drink the kool aid" come from

Jonestown

100

This media manipulation strategy involves the deliberate spreading of false information or rumors to deceive or mislead the public. 

Disinformation

100

This controversial figure, known as "Mother God" by her followers, led the Love Has Won cult, which gained notoriety for its manipulation tactics and exploitation of members.  

Amy Carlson, the leader of the Love Has Won

200

A cult leader will have no tolerance for...

Criticism, questions, or doubts

200

Which tactic causes an increase in recruitment?

Guilt tripoing, playing the victim, peer pressure

200

This cult believed that castration would make platonic relationships easier

Heaven's Gate Cult

200

This media manipulation strategy involves the use of carefully crafted language or rhetoric to shape public perception and influence attitudes towards a particular topic or individual.

Propaganda

200

This influential political figure employed manipulation tactics such as censorship, propaganda, and purges to maintain control over the Soviet Union for over three decades, earning the nickname "The Man of Steel."

Joseph Stalin

300

A cult will often rely on what base ideology to boost their message?

Religion

300

Which tactic can be seemingly positive in the beginning?

Flattery/love bombing

300

This manipulation tactic employed by the Soviet Union during the 1930s involved doctoring photographs and altering historical records to erase or rewrite history and eliminate political rivals, most notably during Stalin's purges.

Historical revisionism or rewriting history

300

This term refers to the practice of selectively presenting information or statistics in a way that supports a particular agenda while ignoring or downplaying opposing viewpoints

Cherry-picking or selective presentation

300

Known for his charisma and manipulative tactics, this historical figure rose to power in Germany during the 1930s, utilizing propaganda and fear to consolidate his authority, ultimately leading to one of the darkest chapters in human history.

Adolf Hitler

400

A cult leader will convince their members that they are the main source of _____?

Information/validation/guidance

400

Which tactic causes a decrease in self-esteem?

Shaming/bullying

400

This famous family killed 2 famous movie stars in hopes of starting a race war.

The Manson Family

400

This media manipulation strategy involves the repetition of specific messages, slogans, or talking points across multiple media platforms to reinforce a particular narrative and shape public opinion.

Messaging or Repetition

400

This character from the TV series "Scandal" is a skilled manipulator and fixer who uses her influence to control political outcomes and protect her clients.

Olivia Pope

500

Many cult leaders prey on people who are...

Young/paranoid/abandoned/vulnerable

500

Name one of the signs of gaslighting

Over apologizing, feigning confusion, lying, diversion

500

This cult came to an end that resulted in a 55 day stand off, leaving 77 people dead

Waco/Branch of Davidian/David Koresh

500

This media manipulation strategy involves the creation of fake social media accounts or online personas to spread propaganda, manipulate public opinion, or discredit opposing viewpoints.

Astroturfing

500

This cunning and manipulative character from "Game of Thrones" is known for his intricate schemes and ability to play all sides to further his own ambitions, earning him the nickname "Littlefinger."

Petyr Baelish


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