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Impact of "Roots" on Black and White Teenagers
Hur, K. Kyoon
Journal of Broadcasting, 22, 3, 289-98, Sum 78
Racial attitudes, race, and other demographic factors differentiated viewers' perceptions and reactions to the "Roots" series. The effects on teenagers were apparent in the viewers' immediate perceptions of the series, entertainment and information values of the series, and realistic presentation of black history. (JEG)
Descriptors: Adolescents, Cross Cultural Studies, Mass Media, Media Research, Racial Attitudes, Television Surveys
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Language: English
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