Based on the documentary and the article, please answer the following in 2-4 sentences each:
1. Why did blackface develop in the 19th Century?
2. What are the characters described in the documentary and how did they perpetuate specific stereotypes?
3. How did images influence public perceptions of African-Americans?
4. How was the stereotypical characteristics been maintained into the 20th century?
5. How do media representations impact the broader public understanding of African-Americans?
LINK:
https://vt2013group9.wordpress.com/2013/05/02/blackface-how-stereotypes-influenced-the-perception-of-race/
https://www.manhoodraceculture.com/classes/history-4382/ethnic-notions/
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1. Based on the documentary and the article, please answer the
following in 2-4 sentences each:
1. Why did blackface develop in the 19th Century?
2. What are the characters described in the documentary and
how did they perpetuate specific stereotypes?
3. How did images influence public perceptions of African-
Americans?
4. How was the stereotypical characteristics been maintained
into the 20th century?
5. How do media representations impact the broader public
understanding of African-Americans?
LINK:
https://vt2013group9.wordpress.com/2013/05/02/blackface-how-
stereotypes-influenced-the-perception-of-race/
https://www.manhoodraceculture.com/classes/history-
4382/ethnic-notions/
