UK 1960's teens

Question 1

Who were two opposite gangs at this time?

Answer 1

Mods and Rockers

Question 2

Who were some prominent pop groups/people at this time?

Answer 2

• Elvis Presley

- The Beatles

Question 3

What were some examples of media shows that were targeted at teenagers at this time?

Answer 3

• Radio One
• Top of the pops
• Ready, Steady, Go

Question 4

What was 1950’s teen culture like?

Answer 4

Limited. Teens had similar culture to adults

Question 5

What was good for teenagers about the improving the economy?

Answer 5

Easier for them to get a job and make more money, wages were higher so they had more money to spend

Question 6

What were some cultural influences on teens in the 1960’s?

Answer 6

• Rock and roll stars (Elvis Presley)

- Movie idols (James Dean)

Question 7

What changed teenagers lives?

Answer 7

Science (The pill etc)
Economics (Increased income)
Politics (Feminism, anti Vietnam)

Question 8

What financial power did teenagers have in the 1960’s?

Answer 8

Teens had over £830 million to spend per year

Question 9

How was education organised from 1944 onwards?

Answer 9

-Tripartate system

Grammar, technical and secondary modern schools