Stereotypes

[Cindy C.]

No: HPFGUIDX 29135

Jen wrote:

The stereotype of
> the male coach you mention is common enough, but there're equally
> widespread stereotypes of female coaches.  Think 'gym teacher', if 
that
> helps...  


Perhaps we shouldn't be bothered by some of the stereotypes in HP, as 
Jason said.  After all, many of the stereotypes are among minor 
players, which I believe are called "stock characters."  If the 
author is to quickly convey the role of a minor character, is it ever 
possible to do this without certain stereotypes?  

Forgive the question, which is probably pretty basic, but I really 
don't know. 

Cindy