Postmodernism Flashcards
1
Q
Define:
Postmodern
A
After the modern era
2
Q
What type of society do postmodernists believe in?
A
Pick and mix
3
Q
Postmodernism believes in the end of
A
The meta narrative
4
Q
Define:
Postmodern Society
A
- No fixed ideology
- Blurring of boundaries
- Consumer culture
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5
Q
Name:
Founder of ‘Hyper-Reality’
A
Jean Baudrillard
6
Q
Define:
Hyper-Reality
A
An illusion of reality in a fantasy world
7
Q
Name:
Upsides of postmodernism
A
- Diversity + choice
- Cultural sharing
- Individuality
- Tolerance
- Global village
8
Q
Name:
Downsides of postmodernism
A
- Possible loss of culture
- Americanisation
9
Q
Define:
Modern Era
A
- Age of enlightenment and reason
- Scientific thinking
- Optimism for social progress
- Truth
