Semiotics Theory: Understanding Signs and Meaning
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What is the main purpose of the 'Residue' in relation to high culture according to the text?

  • It is a commercialized and more affordable version of high art that is accessible to the masses. (correct)
  • It is a more exclusive version of high art that is only accessible to a select few.
  • It is a more expensive version of high art that is only accessible to the elite.
  • It is a direct mimicry of high art that is only accessible to the elite bourgeoisie.

    • What is the primary purpose of 'High Culture'?

  • High Culture is made to be accessed by the working class.
  • High Culture is made to be accessed by a select group of intellectuals.
  • High Culture is made to be accessed by the mass public. (correct)
  • High Culture is made to be accessed only by the elite bourgeoisie.

    • How does the text describe the relationship between 'Mimicry of a Particular residue of high art' and accessibility?

  • Mimicry of high art residue is equally accessible to both the elite and the working class.
  • Mimicry of high art residue is more accessible and affordable for the working class. (correct)
  • Mimicry of high art residue is more accessible to the elite bourgeoisie.
  • Mimicry of high art residue is more exclusive and less accessible.

    • What does the text suggest is the primary purpose of 'Offers escaped' in relation to popular culture?

    <p>Offers escaped means that common people can be extraordinary through popular culture.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of 'Didactic' in relation to popular culture?

    <p>Didactic popular culture teaches common people moral lessons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest about the influence of American culture on popular culture globally?

    <p>The majority of popular culture globally is Americanized, meaning it originates from the West.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of Rolando B. Tolentino in relation to popular culture?

    <p>Rolando B. Tolentino is a faculty member at the University of the Philippines Film Institute and a former dean of the UP College of Mass Communication.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest about the relationship between entertainment and emotional impact in popular culture?

    <p>Popular culture is designed to both entertain and have an emotional impact on audiences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of 'literary works that are escapist' within popular culture?

    <p>Escapist literary works in popular culture, such as series, provide common people with entertainment and relaxation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the text suggest the preferences of common people are influenced by popular culture?

    <p>Popular culture offers common people extraordinary experiences, shaping their preferences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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