High School Musical Task

High School Musical is available on Disney Plus. 

Watch the movie from start to end and then choose and answer 5 of the questions listed below!

Choose 5 of the following questions to answer:

1. What are the different social groups at East High? How would you describe them?

2. Is there a suggestion that certain activities or interests are more valued than others in the school? What can you tell me about this?

3. Troy Bolton, the star athlete, decides to pursue his passion for singing. How does this challenge stereotypes about masculinity and jocks?

4. Gabriella, the brainy student, excels in music. How does this breakdown stereotypes about intelligence and interests?

5. Does the movie ultimately promote the idea that people can break free from stereotypes and pursue their passions?

6. How are the jocks (athletes) portrayed in High School Musical? Are there any positive or negative stereotypes reinforced?

7. Sharpay Evans is often seen as the stereotypical "mean girl." How does the movie develop her character, and are there any complexities beyond the stereotype?

8. Ryan Evans is frequently coded as a flamboyant, stereotypical "gay best friend." Does the movie challenge this stereotype or reinforce it?

9. Gabriella represents the "brainy but shy" archetype. How does the movie explore her journey beyond this stereotype?

10. Consider other characters in the movie. Are there stereotypes present for the Brainiacs (academic team), the Thespians (drama club), or any other groups?