1. Write a few sentences describing this traditional clichéd image of the French.
2. How does this video present American stereotypes about France/the French?
3. What stereotypes are used in this video? (Identify at least 4.) Do they reflect the truth or not?
1. Write a few sentences describing this traditional clichéd image of the French.
2. How does this video present American stereotypes about France/the French?
3. What is the tone of this video versus the tone of the first one?
4. Stereotypes in this video are just as prevalent as in the first one. How does Bill Maher present the stereotypes differently and with what goal?
Do people hold stereotypes about their own country? Why or why not?
Perceptions of America by Americans and others
Discussion:
Discuss the following questions in pairs and then write your answers individually:
a) What elements of truth, if any, do you see in these representations?
b) What stereotypes do the French have of themselves? Eg: le beauf.
c) Can you recognize any stereotypical characteristics in yourself? If so what are they?
d) In your experience, do you agree that all stereotypes are grounded in fact?
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