PHOTOS SPARK CONVERSATIONS
What do you think about the influence of musicians on young people?
How can their actions or music shape youth culture?
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Useful Words/Phrases
- pop culture
- influence
- trends
- celebrities
- social media
- identity
- peer pressure
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Direction: Discuss the following questions with your mentor and share about yourself. Make sure to answer in complete sentences.
- How do you think pop culture affects young people’s identity and behavior? Can you give examples from your own life?
- What is your opinion on social media influencers? Do you think they can positively influence youth? Why or why not?
- Have you ever felt pressure to follow a trend because of pop culture? What was it, and how did you respond?
- How do movies and TV shows influence how young people view the world? Can you think of a movie or show that influenced you?
- In your opinion, what are the pros and cons of pop culture influencing youth?
- Do you think youth today are more influenced by pop culture than previous generations? Why or why not?
Let's Practice!
Direction: Create a question using the vocabulary discussed.
Situation:
1. Think about trends. How would you ask about the effect of trends on young people’s choices?
Situation:
2. Consider celebrities. How might you frame a question about their impact on youth culture?
Situation:
3. Think about identity. How could you ask about the role of pop culture in shaping one’s identity?