Making of Modern Britain 1951-1964 Society

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What did the satire boom cause for people high up in society?
dramatic deference to authority
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What is an example of a satire show?
‘that was the week that was’
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What did the satire boom cause for people in society?
Led to people becoming more opinionated- not just adults but also teenagers
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Why can it be argued that satire became so popular?
The rise in TV ownership
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What event was significant for changing attitudes towards the establishment?
Profumo Affair
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What did this declining status of the establishment show about society?
Britain was becoming less deferential, and less class-ridden society.
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What did the Profumo Affair coverage show about the media?
Media were turning on politicians.
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How did the press change during this period?
Press became less deferential, more intrusive
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What shows that politicans no longer had contol of the press?
Previous tactics used by government to prevent publication of sensitive or embarrassing information no longer worked
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What percentage of working class voted labour in 1951?
65%
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What percentage of middle class voted torys in 1951?
80%
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