10 Questions
What is the primary reason why young people are attracted to subcultures, according to Mrs. Hughes?
To find a sense of belonging and identity
The hippie movement emerged in the 1980s.
False
What was one of the slogans connected with the hippie movement?
Make love, not war
According to Mrs. Hughes, trying out various groups is a way to find your ____________________.
tribe
Match the following youth subcultures with their characteristics:
Punks = Rebelled against social norms and authority Hippies = Advocated for peace and love Gamers = Focused on competitive gaming and technology
Who wrote the famous song 'Imagine'?
John Lennon
Hippies and punks were mainly motivated by a desire to maintain the status quo.
False
What was the basis of the punk culture?
Their music styles and criticism of society were more aggressive.
The Sex Pistols coined the slogan for ______________ and desperateness.
pessimism
Match the following musicians with their association:
Bob Dylan = Hippie movement John Lennon = Hippie movement Janis Joplin = Hippie movement The Sex Pistols = Punk movement
Study Notes
Youth Subcultures
- Youth subcultures are attractive to young people as they provide a sense of belonging and help shape their identities.
- Trying out various groups is a necessary step in finding one's "tribe", a group with shared experiences and values.
Historical Examples of Youth Subcultures
- The 1960s saw the emergence of the first youth subcultures, influenced by the increase in material wealth and free time.
- The hippie or "flower power" movement:
- Emerged in the USA in the 1960s
- Protested against the Vietnam War
- Had a peace movement with slogans like "Make love, not war"
- Associated with particular music styles, protest songs, and artists like Bob Dylan, Janis Joplin, and Jimi Hendrix
- The punk subculture:
- Emerged in the UK in the late 1970s and 1980s
- Protested against the Falklands War, Conservative policies, and the threat of nuclear weapons
- Characterized by aggressive music styles and criticism of society
- Rejected mainstream values, consumerism, and authority, with a "no future" attitude
- Associated with bands like The Sex Pistols
Common Characteristics of Youth Subcultures
- Rejection of mainstream values and consumerism
- Desire for change and questioning of societal norms
- Importance of music styles and artistic expression
- Political action as one aspect, but not the only motivation
Explore the concept of finding and defining oneself, particularly among youth, with expert Mrs. Carys Hughes. Discussing youth subcultures in the western world.
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