What other stereotypes have you seen in such movies

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Assignment:

First, be sure to view the movie "The Great Train Robbery" (the 12-minute video which you will see in the Readings/video for this module). Then respond briefly to the following questions:

1. What stereotypes/myths do you see represented in the movie?

2. Think about other "Western" movies you may have seen: what other stereotypes have you seen in such movies?

3. Why do you think the images and ideas of the "Old West" have such a hold on American imaginations? Explain.

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