Cultural attitudes are beliefs and perspectives a society values. Perspectives regarding thoughts and attitudes are often portrayed in the media. Which of the following might influence society's beliefs about poor persons? Select all that apply.
A) Poor persons are often cast as lazy, shiftless folk.
B) Visions of poor people receiving food at soup kitchens.
C) Criminals portrayed as poor, desperate persons.
D) Homeless people sleeping on park benches.
E) None of the above

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All of the options provided could be portrayed in the media and could potentially influence society's beliefs about poor persons. A portrays poor persons in a negative light, while B and D show poor persons as dependent and homeless. C reinforces the stereotype of poor people being desperate and turning to crime. Therefore, all options could shape cultural attitudes towards impoverished individuals.

Cultural Attitudes Are Beliefs and Perspectives a Society Values