Cultural Groups
Select a cultural group. It can be your own group, or you may select from the following list: children, elderly, rich, poor, women, men, Blacks, Whites, Asians, Latinos, LGBT, heterosexual, persons with disabilities. I choose WOMEN Answer the questions: 1.Based on your experiences with the media, with what frequency is your group represented? Do you think this group is over- or under-represented? Why? 2.What associations (stereotypes) are frequently made with this group? List at least 10. Are these associations generally positive, negative, or both? 3.Provide examples of specific media texts that either reinforce or challenge the associations you listed in question 2. Which column is longer? Why? 4. Write one paragraph (5-10 sentences) on the significance of Friend Tv Shows. What is its cultural significance in its historical context?