How would you use Cultural Studies to formulate a study of how a particular dominant group uses the media to influence culture and maintain its hegemonic status? Formulate a research question, and describe your study. Be sure to specify which group and messages are the focus of your study.

Halo Effect

What will be an ideal response?

Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. The word “pornography” is not defined in the law except when used in the phrase “child pornography.” 2. The First Amendment does not protect using indecent language in print, on the internet or in broadcasting. 3. The First Amendment does not protect using indecent language in print, on the internet or in broadcasting. 4. Laws originally intended for use against organized crime can be used to seize certain assets of people convicted of selling obscene material.