Outline and define Baudrillard’s two most important contributions to postmodern theory.
What will be an ideal response?
His conceptions of simulacra—or copies of objects for which there is no true original—and hyperreality—“reality” that has always already been reproduced— are among the most important contributions to postmodern theory. Baudrillard uses the term “hyperreality” to refer to this state when the distinction between “reality” and the model or simulation is completely dissolved. In the condition of hyperreality, simulations stand in for—they are more “real” than—reality; the map of the territory is taken for the territory itself.
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a. the fact that many ethnic groups wish to preserve their identity b. the inability of most ethnic groups to internalize the cultural values of the larger society c. the persistence of discrimination in the larger society d. the tendency of the majority to view minorities in terms of stereotypes
The insights of sociology are important because they __________.
A. can be used to ensure that people comply with societal expectations B. explain everything about human nature C. help us understand why we behave the way we do D. can be used to ensure correct political and social phenomena