This document discusses the portrayal of social class and gender in various media sources such as television, news, movies, and newspapers. It asks the reader to consider if these portrayals accurately reflect the realities of social class, inequality, and gender expectations in American society. Examples from media are requested to support the points. The document also asks the reader to reflect on how well media shows the impact of inequality based on gender or class on individuals and society. Finally, it considers the consequences of how the media portrays social class or gender inequality in American society.
(Just a few paragraphs) Do you think the portrayal of social class o
1. (Just a few paragraphs) Do you think the portrayal of social
class or gender in the media (whether in television shows,
television news programs, movies, newspapers, radio, or other
media sources) accurately reflects the realities of social class,
inequality, and gender role expectations in American society?
Give specific examples from the media to support your points.
Then reflect on the extent to which the media shows us the
impact of inequality (whether based on gender or class) on
individual's lives and society as a whole. What are the
consequences of the media's portrayal of social class or gender
inequality in American society?
