Big Bang Theory

1.     Would you classify any of the main character(s) under a societal stereotype? (Yes or No)

Yes I would consider Sheldon as the “nerdy type” mainly because he is the most intelligent and the most socially awkward character.

2.     If yes, how would you describe someone at first glance who behaves like the character(s) you just saw in this clip? (5 adjectives)

1. Intelligent 2. Talkative 3. Anti-social 4. Knowledgeable 5. Nerdy

GREEK

1.     Would you classify any of the main character(s) under a societal stereotype? (Yes or No)

Yes, I would consider one of them like an uptight popular, and pretty girl.

2.     If yes, how would you describe someone at first glance who behaves like the character(s) you just saw in this clip? (5 adjectives)

1. Uptight 2. Bitchy 3. Outgoing 4. Talkative 5. Cilquey

Gossip Girl

1.     Would you classify any of the main character(s) under a societal stereotype? (Yes or No)

Yes, I would consider the two girls the  popular/pretty girls.

2.     If yes, how would you describe someone at first glance who behaves like the character(s) you just saw in this clip? (5 adjectives)

1. Promiscuous 2. Flirtatious 3. Friendly 4. Talkative 5. Outgoing

Will & Grace

1.     Would you classify any of the main character(s) under a societal stereotype? (Yes or No)

Yes, I would consider him a very flamboyant homesexual.

2.     If yes, how would you describe someone at first glance who behaves like the character(s) you just saw in this clip? (5 adjectives)

1. Flamboyant 2. Energetic 3. Friendly 4. Talkative 5. Nice

 Glee

1.     Would you classify any of the main character(s) under a societal stereotype? (Yes or No)

Yes, I would consider her a dumb blonde.

2.     If yes, how would you describe someone at first glance who behaves like the character(s) you just saw in this clip? (5 adjectives)

1. Unintelligent 2. Pretty 3. Unfriendly 4. Cliquey 5. Promiscuous

Boy Meets World

1.     Would you classify any of the main character(s) under a societal stereotype? (Yes or No)

Yes, I would consider him a regular attractive male.

2.     If yes, how would you describe someone at first glance who behaves like the character(s) you just saw in this clip? (5 adjectives)

1. Lazy 2. Naïve 3. Pompous 4. Unintelligent 5. Outgoing

Teen Wolf

1.     Would you classify any of the main character(s) under a societal stereotype? (Yes or No)

Yes, I would consider the characters the popular crowd.

2.     If yes, how would you describe someone at first glance who behaves like the character(s) you just saw in this clip? (5 adjectives)

1. Outgoing 2. Unintelligent 3. Attractive 4. Cliquey 5. Athletic

ONE FINAL QUESTION:

Do you believe TV plays a role in how a college student stereotypes others? Why or why not?

Yes, because TV shows try to relate characters to specific people because most characters are relatable to somebody at school.