Watch TV show or movie could be said to represent a subculture of mainstream society. From your chosen example: How are each of the four components of culture (language, values, norms, and symbols) identified as a subculture or counterculture of mainstream American culture?  

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1. Using the textbook, define each of the four components of culture: language, values, norms (behaviors), and symbols. Be sure to paraphrase and cite your sources if applicable. 
2. Next, choose a popular or your favorite television show of your choice-(examples may include 
The Simpsons, 
The Big Bang Theory, 
Modern Family, 
Orange is the New Black) or a movie you have enjoyed.  

 For your chosen show or movie, provide specific examples for each component of culture (language, values, norms, and symbols) found within your show or movie.
· Each TV show or movie could be said to represent a subculture of mainstream society. From your chosen example: How are each of the four components of culture (language, values, norms, and symbols) identified as a subculture or counterculture of mainstream American culture?  
 Finally, choose 1 of the following theorists: Emile Durkheim, Karl Marx, or Charles H. Cooley. (Each of these theorists would view culture differently- you may refer to our text: Chap. 2 and 4 to assist you with this area of your essay) What does your chosen theorist say about the role of culture in shaping human behavior?