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What was mainstream society like in the 1950's?
- Conformist
- "Normalcy" wanted
- Conventional thinking
- Politically conservative
- "White picket fence" life main goal
What does "normalcy" mean?
The condition of being normal; the state of being usual, typical, or expected.
What is conventional thinking?
conforming or adhering to accepted standards, as of conduct or taste
What is a "white picket fence" life?
A white picket fence, is seen by some as a symbol of the ideal middle-class suburban life, with a family and children, large house, and peaceful living.
What was "suburban living?"
HouseCar
2.5 children
Church
Barbeque
Why did people want "normalcy"?
After the depression/war they wanted to return to something easy going.
What was the counter culture like of the 1950's?
- Questioned mainstream values and norms
- There more to life than materialism
- Rebelled against conformity
- Chose/felt compelled to be outsiders
- Included beatniks, teenage gangs, rock and roll
- Dress and slang angered adults
How was the word "teenager" used and why was this different from previous decades?
The teenager was used to describe kids between the ages of 13 and 21.
Teenagers were suddenly acknowledged in the 1950's because this demographic suddenly had money and no adult responsibilities, unlike their parents with no money and lots of adult responsibilities.
What is Rock and Roll slang for?
African American slang for sex
How did Rock and Roll help break down racial barriers?
Previous popular music was easy listening and designed for parents, and radio was dominated by white people.
White artists eventually stated recording 'black' music which challenged the white parents, therefore attracted rebellious young people.
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