Analyzing Movies and Television Programming Reveals

question 2

Multiple Choice

Analyzing movies and television programming reveals

• A) more female than male characters.
• B) more powerful female than male characters for younger characters but not for older ones.
• C) more male than female characters.
• D) a decreasing emphasis on the "war between the sexes."

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Definitions:

Theravada

The oldest branch of Buddhism, which emphasizes personal enlightenment and monastic life, primarily practiced in countries like Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Myanmar.

Southern India

A region in India that includes the states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Telangana, known for its distinct languages, cultures, and histories.

Dominant Buddhism

Refers to regions or societies where Buddhism is the most prevalent or influential religion.

Mandala

Sanskrit term for the sacred diagram of the universe; Japanese, mandara.