Contributors in Regional Development and Literature

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What is the primary focus of John Tomany's research and publications?

Twentieth-century fiction

Literary theory and literature

Local and regional development (correct)

Popular music, sexualities and gender

Which organization is John Tomany NOT affiliated with?

UK Spatial Economics Research Centre

University of Newcastle upon Tyne

Monash University

Durham University (correct)

Based on the provided information, what is Patricia Waugh's current research project?

Local and Regional Development

Beyond the Two Cultures (correct)

Revolutions of the Word

Women and Popular Music: Sexuality, Identity and Subjectivity

Which of the following institutions is not mentioned as a client or collaborator of John Tomany's research?

World Bank (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Sheila Whiteley's research?

The relationship between popular music, sexualities, genders, and hallucinogenics. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which event occurred in the same year as the arrival of the Empire Windrush at Tilbury, carrying the first immigrants from the West Indies?

The end of World War II. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What musical phenomenon emerged in 1956?

The emergence of skiffle music (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the legislation that finally made the birth control pill available to all women?

Legislation is not stated (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which year did the Beatles play at Shea Stadium in New York?

1965 (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which year did the England football team win the World Cup?

1966 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of Enoch Powell's speech criticizing immigration that contributed to racial tensions in the UK?

The Rivers of Blood Speech (A) Signup and view all the answers

In what year did the first Glastonbury Festival take place?

1970 (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these events occurred in the same year as the Silver Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II?

The formation of the Anti-Nazi League (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which event occurred in 1981?

The marriage of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these events happened in 1979?

The election of a Conservative government led by Margaret Thatcher (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the British art-school tradition in relation to fashion in Britain?

It has contributed to the global prevalence of British fashion trends. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What specifically shifted attitudes towards regional speech in Britain?

The influence of commercial radio in the 1980s (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an example of how regional accents became more prevalent in media?

National television news broadcasts (D) Signup and view all the answers

How did regional radio contribute to the shift in attitudes towards regional speech?

By catering to local interests and using local presenters (D) Signup and view all the answers

What trend that emerged in the 1990s expanded the acceptance of regional accents beyond Britain?

The influence of Australian accents in television programming in Britain (D) Signup and view all the answers

How did regional accents become part of national consciousness in Britain?

They were incorporated into popular culture through catchphrases and mimicry. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of this Companion?

To provide a comprehensive understanding of modern British culture. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a contributing factor to the diversity of British culture?

Religious affiliations. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's perspective on the relationship between British culture and meritocracy?

British culture exhibits some characteristics of a meritocracy, but social class remains influential. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these chapters is NOT mentioned as being included in the Companion?

Music by Sheila Whiteley (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between the Companion's approach to culture and other national cultural studies?

The Companion focuses on the intersection of culture and social class. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is used as an example to illustrate the impact of social class on British culture?

The relationship between accent and social belonging. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the intended audience for this Companion?

Individuals interested in understanding modern British culture. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary takeaway regarding the diversity of British culture as presented in the Companion?

British culture is characterized by a complex interplay of various factors creating a diverse landscape. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key argument that Clarissa Smith makes regarding sexuality in modern British culture?

Sexuality is not merely a personal choice, but carries significant cultural and social weight. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does Sheila Whiteley's analysis of Britpop demonstrate about popular music?

Popular music can be used to articulate national identity, but often excludes as much as it includes. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What role does Glastonbury play in Whiteley's analysis of popular music and gender?

Glastonbury serves as a case study to explore the relationship between gender, genre, and power dynamics within popular music. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of describing the press as the 'fourth estate of the realm'?

It acknowledges the press's responsibility to represent the British population in opposition to powerful institutions. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a major challenge currently facing the British newspaper industry?

Declining print sales and the rise of online news sources. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does Michael Higgins' chapter suggest about the motivation behind newspaper politics?

Newspaper politics are influenced by both target markets and political ideologies. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How do newspapers function as socio-political identifiers?

Newspapers reflect and reinforce existing political and class-based social divisions. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key theme explored in the given content?

The role of popular culture in shaping national identity. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Contributors and Their Fields of Study

John Tomaney: Professor of Regional Development and Director of CURDS (Centre for Urban and Regional Development Studies) at Newcastle University. Also a Professor of Regional Studies at Monash University. Associate Director of the UK Spatial Economics Research Centre (SERC) and Academician of the UK Academy of Social Science. Extensive publications on local and regional development.
Patricia Waugh: Professor of English at Durham University. Specialist in 20th-century fiction, literary theory, and literature/intellectual history. Currently working on two books: Beyond the Two Cultures: Literature, Science and the Good Society and the Blackwell History of British Fiction, 1945—Present.
Sheila Whiteley: Professor of Popular Music at the University of Salford. Research interests include popular music, sexualities, gender, and hallucinogenics. Published books on women and popular music, and popular music, age, and identity.

British Cultural Chronology (1942-1980s)

1942: Beveridge Report published, advocating for a welfare state.
1945: End of WWII, Labour government elected (Clement Attlee).
1948: Empire Windrush arrives, carrying immigrants from the West Indies. Withdrawal from India and partition.
1954: Television Act establishes independent TV network.
1956: Lonnie Donegan and skiffle music emerge, Suez Crisis.
1957: Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament formed.
1959: Obscene Publications Act.
1960: Lady Chatterley's Lover (unedited) published, Coronation Street begins; failure of a private Member's Bill to relax homosexuality laws.
1961: Birth control pill becomes more accessible.
1962: The Beatles release first single, That Was the Week That Was (political satire).
1963: Equal Pay Act (USA).
1965: The Beatles perform at Shea Stadium.
1966: England wins World Cup.
1967: Sexual Offences Bill (legalizing homosexual sex), formation of the National Front. BBC Radio services reorganized.
1968: Enoch Powell’s "rivers of blood" speech.
1970: First Glastonbury Festival, Equal Pay Act (Britain).
1975: Sex Discrimination Act.
1976: Race Relations Act; incorporating previous acts
1977: Queen Elizabeth II's Silver Jubilee, formation of Anti-Nazi League
1979: Conservative government elected (Margaret Thatcher).
1981: New Cross Fire, Toxteth and Brixton riots, Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer's marriage.
1982: Falklands Conflict, Channel 4 launches.
1983: Provisional IRA bomb outside Harrods.
1984-85: Miners' Strike.

Nature of British Culture

Diversity & Difference: British culture is diverse, with variations in interest, activity, and pursuit.
Social Class: A persistent, informal system of social class, still recognizable in British culture, with influence on things like accent.
Culture as a Network: Culture is defined by its complexity, reflecting diverse perspectives and social relations.
Sport: Sport reflects a mix of amateurism and professionalization; evolving from pastime to industry,
Sexuality: Sexuality is a significant facet of British culture, encompassing diverse political and personal considerations.
Popular Music: Popular music shapes ideas of national identity and is negotiated via power dynamics.
Media: Newspapers are a socio-political identifier, but their role is also influenced by commercial factors, along side the development of local radio.
Regional Differences: A growing appreciation for linguistic diversity within broadcasting.

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Explore the contributions of key scholars in regional development and English literature. This quiz focuses on the works and fields of study of John Tomaney, Patricia Waugh, and Sheila Whiteley, highlighting their influence on their respective disciplines. Test your knowledge on their significant publications and research interests.