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According to Stuart Hall, which of these is generally accepted to be true of Cultural Studies as it was practised at the University of Birmingham in the UK?

A. It sought to strengthen the barrier between high culture and low culture
B. It sought to privilege the study of the text at the cost of context
C. It could accommodate the study of the lives of working class people
D. It sought to promote readings based on social and political contexts
E. It was essentially apolitical

1. A and B
2. C and D
3. A and E
4. B and E

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A: Cultural Studies at Birmingham was known for its inclusive approach to culture. It challenged the traditional boundaries between 'high' and 'low' culture, recognizing the value of all cultural practices. This is contrary to statement A, which is incorrect.

B: The study emphasized the importance of understanding cultural texts within their social and political contexts. This rejects the idea of privileging the study of the text at the cost of context, making statement B incorrect.

C: A significant aspect of Cultural Studies at Birmingham was its focus on the lives and experiences of working-class people. This makes statement C correct.

D & E: The discipline was deeply engaged with political and social contexts, often exploring how culture relates to power structures and societal inequalities. This supports statement D and contradicts statement E.
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