Stereotypes Flashcards
1
Q
What do stereotypes tend to do?
A
They tend to make the person doing the stereotyping feel superior to that particular group. They also tend to mask the individuality of a person if they are part of a stereotyped group.
2
Q
Where does stereotyping come from?
A
Stereotyping has been around for a long time. Humans are a naturally judgemental race, and often make assumptions as to the characters of people.
3
Q
What is a stereotype?
A
A stereotype is a general idea or view of people with similar traits that is not based on individuals, but rather the group as a whole. Stereotyped views are often wrong or misguided.
