Stereotypes

As we have discussed, a stereotype is an oversimplified definition of a person or a type of person. Stereotyping is to place a person into a narrow definition that allows little or no opportunity for change.

1. In groups make a list of groups that you feel are most often stereotyped. Next to each state whether the stereotype places the group into a DOMINANT or SUBORDINATE role.

2. You will now be given stereotype to profile. Complete the character sheet below to make the person as stereotypical as possible.

Be ready to present this profile to the rest of the group. See if they can guess which stereotype this person is.

Name:

Age:

Job:

Lives:

Family:

Likes:

Dislikes:

Clothing:

Favourite food:

Favourite holiday:

Favourite tv programme:

A phrase they overuse:

Finally discuss with your group:

a) Where do you think these stereotypes emerge from?b) Why do you think they are used in drama?c) Can you think of any positive ones?