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In World War II, Wyler directed documentaries for which purpose?

  • Entertainment

  • Education

  • Propaganda

  • Fund Raising

Answer

In World War II, Wyler directed documentaries for the purpose of propaganda. The term propaganda refers to information that is spread for the purpose of promoting a particular point of view, and documentaries are a form of film that can be used to spread propaganda. Wyler's documentaries were used to promote the American war effort and to encourage the American public to support the war.
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