Social Developments: The Wolfenden Report Flashcards

1
Q

Why was homosexual law suggested to be reviewed?

A

Offences had increased heavily

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

What percentage of men were in prison due to homosexual offences in this era?

A

4%

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

What is a significant example of someone being convicted for homosexual offences?

A

Alan Turing

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

What did the Actor John Gielgud suggest?

A

He suggested that there should be more public support for homosexual rights

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

What was happening to attitudes to homosexuals in this era?

A

There was still lots of prejudice but changes were beginning to occur

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

When was the Wolfenden Report Published?

A

1957

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

What did the Wolfenden Report conclude?

A

Despite the numbers, there was not a sign that these activities were increasing

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

What was suggested about penalties for sexual behaviour?

A

They should only be applied if it is a public nuisance

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

How did the press react to the suggestion of Homosexual Law Reform?

A

They reacted to it with horror

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly