AMC-U1.Stereotypes

STEREOTYPES

Index

DEFINING STEREOTYPES

STEREOTYPES (video)

British stereotypes

AMERICAN STEREOTYPES

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STEREOTYPES

What is the definition of the word ‘stereotype’ provided by the video?

Note steretypes about:

• French
• Germans
• Americans
• Japanese

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STEREOTYPES - DISCUSS

SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS:

• Discuss the positive and negative effects of stereotypes.
• Are they still useful nowadays?

• If not, how can we get rid of them?
• Are some of the clichés presented in this video true?

WRITE A SHORT SUMMARY

STEREOTYPES - DISCUSS

SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS:

• Discuss the positive and negative effects of stereotypes.
• Are they still useful nowadays?

• If not, how can we get rid of them?
• Are some of the clichés presented in this video true?

WRITE A SHORT SUMMARY

List as many stereotypes as you can

STEP 2. British stereotypes

FACT or FICTION?

WORKSHEET

1. They Love Tea
2. They Love to Queue
3. They Have “Stiff Upper Lips”
4. They Love Talking About the Weather
5. It Rains Every Day
6. They Have Bad Teeth
7. They All Have Pale Skin

To keep a stiff upper lip

Someone who has a stiff upper lip does not show their feelings when they are upset: He was taught to keep a stiff upper lip, whatever happens. Not showing or feeling emotions.

British stereotypes

Take notes as you watch this video !

READ and ANALYSE

Bias against working-class and regional accents has not gone away, report finds

The Guardian, Thu 3 Nov 2022

By Richard Adams

1. Which accents are the most discriminated against? 2. What is the most prestigious accent? 3. Explain the ‘negative circle’ Prof. Devyani Sharma is talking about. 4. Is it the same in France? If yes, how so?

Talking proper – could accent bias harm your job prospects?

WATCH

QMULOfficial, August 4th 2022

Worksheet

TASK

British Stereotypes vs American Stereotypes

Do Americans and Brits have different accentsWhat differences do you know about?

STEP 3. American Stereotypes: The US Facing its Demons

Are American steretypes different from the British?If yes, why?

Make a list of stereotypes about Americans.

Overweight

Guns

Ignorant

Optimistic

STEP 3. American Stereotypes: GUN OWNERSHIP

Reading circle: ‘Unpacking gun culture in America’ – Wake Forest University

PART 1

PART 2

PART 3

PART 1

STEP 3. American Stereotypes: GUN OWNERSHIP

CHARTS

STEP 3. American Stereotypes: GUN OWNERSHIP

STEP 3. American Stereotypes: GUN OWNERSHIP

TASK

GRAMMAR: all, every, each

EXERCISES

All, every, and each are used to talk about groups or quantities, but they have different meanings and uses.

ALL

EACH

EVERY

STEP 3. American Stereotypes: OBESITY It’s easy to become obese in America. These charts explain why.

Describe each chart with one or two sentences. What do they demonstrate?

CHART A

CHART B

CHART C

STEP 3. American Stereotypes: OBESITY

Describe each chart with one or two sentences. What do they demonstrate?

CHART D

CHART E

CHART F

STEP 3. IGNORANCE

Read the text, sum it up, and answer the following questions: 1. Find a synonym for ‘change.’ 2. How would you translate ‘so-called’? (l. 14) 3. What is the plural of ‘phenomenon’ (l. 35)?

STEP 3. OPTIMISM: Cultural Perspective Debate

This activity will enhance your critical thinking, speaking, and collaboration skills.

Student 1: Defend American culture and perspectives on friendliness. (prepare arguments defending why Americans are friendly, smile, engage in small talk, and show interest in people they’ve just met. Student 2: Defend European culture and perspectives on politeness. Prepare arguments defending why Europeans are more reserved, direct, and cautious when meeting new people. Student 3: Prepare a list of questions to challenge both sides

Use specific examples from the text.

STEP 3. OPTIMISM: Cultural Perspective Debate

Reflection What did you learn about cultural differences? How do you feel about the American and European approaches?

STEP 4. UNIT PROJECT

Breaking the Stereotype: Create a short group presentation or poster campaign that challenges or debunks a common cultural stereotype.

UNIT PROJECT

“Teen Views: Beyond the Stereotype”

Task: Students contribute articles to a collaborative magazine that aims to break down common stereotypes about different countries or groups. Step 1: work in groups Step 2. pick a stereotype (e.g., “All Canadians are nice,” “All Germans are serious,” etc.) and make a presentation (interview or report or the presentation of your choice) challenging that view with facts, testimonies, or stories. Step 3. Present your findings to the class (use the grammar points + vocabulary of the unit)

INTRODUCING a graph...

TYPES of CHANGES

DESCRIPTION of CHANGES

Nounsa rise (of) an increase (of) a growth (of) a peak (of) a surge (of) Example: a rise of prices a fall (in) a decrease (in) a decline (in) a dip (in) Example: a fall in prices a fluctuation (of) a variation (in) Example: a fluctuation of prices

Verbs to rise to increase to surge to grow to peak to fall to decrease to decline to dive to plunge to fluctuate to vary Large rises: to rocket to soar to leap (->leapt) Large falls: to plummet

Adverbssuddenly, rapidly, abruptly, dramatically significantly, considerably, gradually, steadily Example: the prices rose sharply Adjectives sudden, gradual, steady, rapid, dramatic, steep, significant, considerable Example: there was a gradual decline

gives information about/on ... provides information about/on ... shows ... illustrates ... compares ... explains why ... describes ... draws the conclusion of (a survey) ...

Answer the questions below:

1. Define the word “rhotic.” 2. Which accent IS rhotic? 3. What were British accents like in the 18th century? 4. What caused these British accents to change?

RECAP what you have learnt in these two documents Write a short paragraph. Use the new vocabulary of the chapter if possible. Work in pairs.

RECAP your part to your group with the help of your mind map

Then, Group Discussion:

• How has gun ownership in the U.S. changed over time?
• What are the key challenges in reducing gun violence, and what solutions are suggested?
• How does the diversity of gun owners affect perceptions and policies?

As a group, create a short presentation (3-5 minutes) summarizing your conclusions.

Meaning

Refers to the entire group or quantity.

Use

Used with plural nouns or uncountable nouns.

Examples

"All the students passed the exam." (refers to the group as a whole) "All of the water spilled." (refers to an uncountable noun).

READ YOUR PART AND MAKE A MIND MAP

It is a common belief about a particular category of things or a group of people, typically regarding aspects such as personality, preferences, appearance, or ability. These beliefs are often oversimplified and generalized, like the examples given about the French, Germans, Americans, and Japanese. While stereotypes can help people quickly categorize and predict behaviors, they may not be accurate and can lead to misconceptions.

RECAP your part to your group with the help of your mind map

Then, Group Discussion:

• How has gun ownership in the U.S. changed over time?
• What are the key challenges in reducing gun violence, and what solutions are suggested?
• How does the diversity of gun owners affect perceptions and policies?

As a group, create a short presentation (3-5 minutes) summarizing your conclusions.

Refers to individual members of a group separately, often focusing on one at a time.

Meaning

Use

Used with singular countable nouns.

Examples

"Each student received a certificate." (focus on individual students, one by one) "They gave each employee a bonus."

In pairs answer the questions below:

1. Name the famous Brits the Simpsons encounter on their trip.

2. Why does Marge say that ‘’every cab has its own butler’’? Explain the joke.

3. Which typically British elements are depicted in the excerpt?

4. At the candy store, the salesman uses a specific expression to refer to the US. What is it? Explain the expression.

The joke comes from mixing up two very different but very British images in American pop culture: 1. London taxis (black cabs) – an iconic and ordinary part of British life. 2. Butlers – a cliché of British upper-class life, often linked with wealth, aristocracy, and mansions. By claiming that even taxis have butlers, Marge is humorously overstating the stereotype that everything in England is classy, old-fashioned, and served by butlers. The absurdity of imagining a butler inside a taxi is what makes it funny. It’s really poking fun at how Americans sometimes imagine the UK as a place where everyone lives like royalty or the upper class.

Meaning

Refers to all the members of a group considered individually, emphasizing that each member of the group is included.

Use

Used with singular countable nouns.

Examples

"Every student passed the exam." (each individual student in the group) "I work out every day." (each day without exception)

Consider the statistic that 72% of gun owners cite protection as their main reason for ownership.

• What does this reveal about societal perceptions of safety in America?
• Do you think people have a right to feel safe?
• How does this influence their behavior?

Solutions to Gun Violence:

• What are some small steps that communities could take to help reduce gun violence?
• How can people in the community get involved to make a difference?