Gender Roles in Billy Elliot and 1984 England

Grade 1145 minutes

Learning Objective

I can evaluate the extent to which *Billy Elliot* challenges or reinforces traditional gender roles prevalent in 1984 England.

Practice Questions

This lesson includes 7 practice questions to reinforce learning.

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1. Describe the social and economic conditions that led to the miners' strike in 1984 England.

2. Explain how the women's action groups supported the striking miners and their families. What does this suggest about the changing roles of women in that era?

3. In what ways did the LGBTQ+ community face discrimination and prejudice in 1984 England, as described in the video?

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Billy Elliot In Context

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