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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. According to Hebdige, which is an underlying influence of the reggae subculture?
2. In which of the following ways does Hebdige understand the idea of "high culture"?
3. According to Chapter 4, what does the black culture lose as it spreads into the world?
4. Hebdige states, "the implication is that style, with its inherent subversion, can . . ." do what?
5. Hebdige says that reggae is primarily inspired by which of the following?
Short Essay Questions
1. In Chapter 4, how does Hebdige explain the creation of white subcultures?
2. In the Introduction and Chapter 1, how does Hebdige feel about the way the mass culture defines everyday life?
3. Even though Punk was founded on some of Reggae's ideas, were the two really similar, according to Hebdige?
4. In Chapter 5, what does Hebdige say is important with regard to why a subculture is formed?
5. In Hebdige's opinion, are subcultures a form of cultural rebellion?
6. What physical and social affect did the London heat wave of 1976 have on the people of London according to Hebdige?
7. Does Hebdige believe subcultures can have a positive affect on individuals?
8. What is the significance of the author's description of post-war Britain?
9. How do the Skinheads identify with black subcultures?
10. Why did the parents of the Rastafarians face such harsh discrimination when they came to London?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Does the author agree with the notion that "style" is an art within itself or part of a greater system? Explain how he supports his opinion.
Essay Topic 2
According to Hebdige, how did the black and white communities view the mods? Why did they view the mods in this way? How did the mods view themselves? Why?
Essay Topic 3
Compare and contrast the black and white subcultures listed in the book. Do a general comparison and contrast as well as use specific examples from the subcultures mentioned.
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