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Who was the co-founder of the Actor’s Studio and co-inventor of the “Method”?
Who was the co-founder of the Actor’s Studio and co-inventor of the “Method”?
In what century was William Hogarth active in England?
In what century was William Hogarth active in England?
How many votes short was the bill of Senator Joe Manchin?
How many votes short was the bill of Senator Joe Manchin?
What event led Senator Joe Manchin to shift his position on gun control?
What event led Senator Joe Manchin to shift his position on gun control?
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Which of the following intellectuals was a goalkeeper for the University of Algiers football team?
Which of the following intellectuals was a goalkeeper for the University of Algiers football team?
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What is the name of the football team that Albert Camus played for?
What is the name of the football team that Albert Camus played for?
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How many paintings of football did Nicolas de Staël devote to the subject?
How many paintings of football did Nicolas de Staël devote to the subject?
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What was the total number of Britons who watched the 1966 World Cup final on television?
What was the total number of Britons who watched the 1966 World Cup final on television?
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What is the outcome of the 'Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act'?
What is the outcome of the 'Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act'?
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Why is it difficult to bring gun manufacturers to justice?
Why is it difficult to bring gun manufacturers to justice?
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What is a consequence of the gun problem in American culture?
What is a consequence of the gun problem in American culture?
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What is the 'culture of complaint' in the US?
What is the 'culture of complaint' in the US?
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What is an example of the 'culture of complaint' besides the gun industry?
What is an example of the 'culture of complaint' besides the gun industry?
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What is a factor that influences our understanding of culture?
What is a factor that influences our understanding of culture?
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What is a common theme in American culture?
What is a common theme in American culture?
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What is the result of the democratic process being taken over by the legal process?
What is the result of the democratic process being taken over by the legal process?
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What is the subject of Hogarth's series of eight paintings?
What is the subject of Hogarth's series of eight paintings?
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How does Hogarth make the viewer feel in his paintings?
How does Hogarth make the viewer feel in his paintings?
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What is the tone of Hogarth's view of life?
What is the tone of Hogarth's view of life?
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What is the main difference between Hogarth's and Gainsborough's paintings?
What is the main difference between Hogarth's and Gainsborough's paintings?
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What is the background of Gainsborough's paintings?
What is the background of Gainsborough's paintings?
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What is the term used to describe the period of time that began in the 1820s?
What is the term used to describe the period of time that began in the 1820s?
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Who inspired Gainsborough's artwork?
Who inspired Gainsborough's artwork?
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What is the challenge in creating an accurate view of eighteenth-century England?
What is the challenge in creating an accurate view of eighteenth-century England?
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What aspect of culture is often overlooked in definitions?
What aspect of culture is often overlooked in definitions?
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What is a characteristic of mass culture?
What is a characteristic of mass culture?
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Who brought Joshua Reynolds to his bedside?
Who brought Joshua Reynolds to his bedside?
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What was a turning-point in contemporary art?
What was a turning-point in contemporary art?
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Where can many of William Hogarth's works be found online?
Where can many of William Hogarth's works be found online?
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Who was a leading court painter under the reign of King Charles I?
Who was a leading court painter under the reign of King Charles I?
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What is a feature of Englishness in music?
What is a feature of Englishness in music?
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Where can the eight paintings for the series 'A Rake's Progress' be seen?
Where can the eight paintings for the series 'A Rake's Progress' be seen?
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Study Notes
The NRA's Influence on US Gun Policy
- The NRA's strong opposition to gun control has hindered the passage of legislation, despite public support for it, as seen in the 2013 bill that fell short of the 60 votes needed to overcome opposition.
- Many political contenders, including Republican Jeb Bush, have spoken at the NRA's annual convention, demonstrating the organization's significant influence.
The Cultural Significance of Guns in the US
- The gun problem is deeply embedded in American culture, with multiple aspects contributing to its complexity.
- The "Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act" (PLCAA) makes it difficult to hold gun manufacturers accountable for gun violence, leading to increased medical costs and policing expenses.
The "Culture of Complaint" in the US
- The "culture of complaint" is a phenomenon where companies like tobacco manufacturers, fast-food chains, and pharmaceutical companies have been accused of hiding the risks of their products, leading to health crises.
- This culture is exemplified by the opioid crisis, which has been exacerbated by the legal process taking over the democratic process.
Culture and Personal Perspective
- Our understanding of culture is shaped by our upbringing and personal interests.
- Different people may have varying associations with the same culture, such as English culture being associated with Kenneth Clark or Rowan Atkinson.
The Cultural Landscape of 18th-Century England
- William Hogarth's cultural landscape is dominated by public executions, gin-induced squalor, and plebeian violence, reflecting his focus on the lower classes.
- Thomas Gainsborough's cultural landscape, on the other hand, is more aristocratic and naturalistic, portraying comfortably-off gentry and their families.
The Ubiquity of Culture
- Culture encompasses the entire range of a society's activities, including mass phenomena and anthropological depth.
- Alan Bloom's definition of culture fails to account for the popular dimension of culture, which is increasingly associated with mass phenomena.
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