Multiple choice

Directions: Fill in the blank with the most appropriate alternative.

At least some of our politicians are gifted ____________ who are good at manipulating the press and appealing to regional or communal interests.

  1. misanthropes

  2. dermatologists

  3. pedagogues

  4. demagogues

  5. pachyderms

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

A demagogue is a political leader who gains popularity by appealing to popular desires and prejudices.