Question

How did television programs affect society during the 1950s?

a. They often perpetuated the values of family.

b. They often perpetuated anti-Communist sentiments.

c. They often supported the virtues of diversity.

d. They often supported the values of President Eisenhower

Answer 1

A) They often perpetuated the values of family.

Television programs of the 1950s usually portrayed the ideal white suburban family. Shows like Father Knows Best and Leave it to Beaver were famously known and well-liked series that demonstrated the perfect 1950s family. A husband as the all-knowing man of the house, a loving wife and mother who takes care of the children and does not work outside the home, and cheerful, well-adjusted children.

Answer 2

The correct answer is letter B

In the United States, the Golden Age of Television had been internationally acclaimed television programs.

In the 50s the TV programs were making a strong campaign against communism, and this provoked several ways of thinking among Americans, this led to various reactions and a very great hatred for communism leading to an exacerbation of the worship of capitalism, which is reflected nowadays.