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Which term best describes the technique Pulitzer used in his newspapers?

  • Sensationalism

  • Objectivism

  • Minimalism

  • Surrealism

Answer

Sensationalism is a term used to describe the practice of presenting news in a way that is designed to attract attention and sell newspapers. Pulitzer used this technique in his newspapers by using eye-catching headlines, stories about scandalous events, and illustrations that would shock and surprise readers. This approach was very successful and helped to make Pulitzer's newspapers the most popular in the country.
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