the 1960s culture Flashcards
1
Q
what was a permissive society?
A
a society with liberal social reforms, especially with sexual freedom
2
Q
which two subcultures created a big moral panic in the media?
A
the mods and the rockers
3
Q
who pioneered clothing for women in the 60s?
A
mary quant
4
Q
which major band popularised celebrity culture?
A
the beatles
5
Q
which two things were introduced which changed how sex was percieved?
A
the contraceptive pill
condoms
6
Q
when was the abortion act introduced?
A
1967
7
Q
when was the divorce reform act introduced?
A
1969
8
Q
what was the profumo affair and when was it?
A
1963 - MP Harold Macmillan had an affair with a 19 year old girl and lied about it in parliament
9
Q
which act was introduced in 1970 that was monumental in gender equality?
A
the equal pay act
