Popular Culture In The 19505 Flashcards
1
Q
In the 1940s, now much did young people spend per week?
A
- Only $1-$2
2
Q
In 1957, how much did teenagers spend a week?
A
$10-$15
3
Q
Before the war, now many students completed schooling? Why did they leave?
A
- Fewer than 2/3
- they left to work, in order to support their families
4
Q
What did teenagers spend their money on?
A
- Music, cars, fashion and alcohol
5
Q
How were teenagers perceived? What did this cause?
A
- Independent, rebellious, secretive and aggressive
-a ‘generation gap’
6
Q
Who were famous movie stars of the period, who inspired teenage rebellion?
A
- James Dean
- Marlon Brando
7
Q
W ny did many parents not approve of rock n’ roll?
A
- The lyrics referred to sex, alcohol, crime
8
Q
Who was a famous rock n’ roll artist?
A
- Elvis Presley
9
Q
In 1956, how many people watched Elvis Presley perform?
A
-82%
10
Q
What was the impact of tv?
A
- Brought families together
- exposed people to a wider range of rolemodels, ideas and news
