Johnny Watches a Lot of Violent Television Programs with Cousin

question 79

Multiple Choice

Johnny watches a lot of violent television programs with cousin Freddie. Johnny identifies with the Power Rangers and views them as heroes. Freddie recognizes that the Power Rangers are a TV creation but feels that their tactics reflect real life and are the way to deal with terrorists. We should expect that

• A) both boys will likely be influenced by TV viewing to become more aggressive
• B) Johnny should become more aggressive than Freddie
• C) Freddie should become more aggressive than Johnny
• D) both boys will likely be influenced by TV viewing to become more aggressive and Johnny should become more aggressive than Freddie
• E) both boys will likely be influenced by TV viewing to become more aggressive and Freddie should become more aggressive than Johnny