Classic Internet Memes: 2000s-2010s

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Which characteristic is associated with early 2000s internet memes?

  • High production value
  • Complex narratives
  • Low quality images (correct)
  • Professional design

What is the primary aesthetic appeal of 'Old Meme' culture?

  • High-resolution graphics
  • Nostalgic appeal (correct)
  • Dark humor
  • Futuristic designs

What platform was NOT mentioned as being culturally significant for early internet memes?

  • Reddit
  • 9GAG
  • Twitter (correct)
  • Tumblr

Which of the following is considered a popular meme format from the early 2000s?

<p>Advice Animals (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do early 2000's memes evoke a sense of innocence and simplicity?

<p>Compared to the meme era we are in today (Post Irony) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What design element is characteristic of classic internet memes?

<p>Amateurish design (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which meme format is MOST indicative of the early internet culture mentioned?

<p>Rage Comics (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of platforms like Reddit and Tumblr in the context of early internet memes?

<p>They helped shape early internet culture. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A meme from the early 2000s is shared widely today, retaining popularity. What aspect MOST likely contributes to this continued interest?

<p>Its nostalgic appeal (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way did early internet memes influence online interaction?

<p>By introducing a new form of cultural expression (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What period does the 'Old Meme' aesthetic primarily draw from?

<p>Early 2000s - early 2010s (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the amateurish design of early memes impact their popularity?

<p>It made them relatable and easy to replicate. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of early internet memes contrasts MOST with contemporary meme culture?

<p>Production Value (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a new platform emerges aiming to recapture the essence of 'Old Memes,' which feature would be MOST crucial to incorporate?

<p>Simple humor and amateurish design elements (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A historian researching early internet culture focuses on memes. What should they consider a key indicator of a meme's cultural significance during that time?

<p>Its simplicity and spread across platforms like 9GAG and Reddit (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How might the cultural significance of early memes be viewed differently today compared to when they initially emerged?

<p>Their simplicity is now viewed as a sign of creativity. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between "post-irony" and the memes of today?

<p>The meme era we are in today is often characterized by post-irony as compared with the innocence and simplicity of the memes of the early 2000s. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of humor is MOST associated with early 2000's memes?

<p>Simple (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which era had the greatest influence on shaping early internet culture?

<p>early 2000's - early 2010's (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which platform was MOST helpful in cultivating early internet culture?

<p>9GAG (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

The Old Meme Aesthetic

Memes from the early internet era (2000s-early 2010s) known for their nostalgic charm.

Characteristics of Classic Era Memes

Low quality images, simple humor, and amateurish design.

Effect of Classic Era Memes

Expresses a sense of innocence and simplicity, contrasting with today's meme culture.

Popular Early Meme Formats

Advice Animals, Rage Comics, Image Macros, Bad Luck Brian, Trollface, and Doge.

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Platforms of Classic Era Memes

Platforms like 9GAG, Reddit, and Tumblr.

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Study Notes

Classic Era of Internet Memes

  • The "Old Meme" aesthetic has a nostalgic appeal, specifically referencing early internet memes from the 2000s and early 2010s.
  • Memes from this era are characterised by:
    • Low image quality
    • Simple humor
    • Amateurish design

Cultural Impact

  • These types of memes evoke a sense of innocence and simplicity when compared to modern meme culture (post-irony).
  • Popular meme formats from this era include:
    • Advice Animals
    • Rage Comics
    • Image Macros
    • Bad Luck Brian
    • Trollface
    • Doge
  • Platforms, like 9GAG, Reddit, and Tumblr, gave these memes cultural significance, helping to shape early internet culture.

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