The Impact of Graffiti on Communities

What is graffiti commonly seen as?

• A type of modern art

• A form of vandalism

• A method of advertising

• A form of creative expressionism

Where did modern graffiti originate?

• New York and Philadelphia

• London and Paris

• Los Angeles and Chicago

• Tokyo and Seoul

What is 'tagging' often associated with?

• Cultural heritage

• Public announcements

• Organized crime

• Artistic expression

According to the Keep Britain Tidy report, what is the public perception of high-quality graffiti?

• Acceptable and community-based

• A waste of resources

• Illegal and unacceptable

• A threat to public safety

What is a common reason people do not report graffiti?

• They don't know who to call

• They believe it's not their responsibility

• They enjoy the artwork

• They fear retaliation

What is the range of punishments for graffiti in the UK?

• Fixed penalty notice of £150 to ten years in prison

• Warning to two years in prison

• Community service to life imprisonment

• Fines to five years in prison

How much does graffiti cost Londoners annually?

• £50 million

• £100 million

• £200 million

• £500 million

What is one impact of graffiti on local businesses?

• Increases customer visits

• Improves property value

• Enhances brand image

• Reduces sales

What is a potential consequence of graffiti in neighborhoods?

• Improved community relations

• Increased tourism

• Decreased crime rates

• Promote turf wars

What is a key difference between graffiti artwork and tagging?

• Tagging is more artistic

• Graffiti artwork conveys social messages

• Tagging is usually permitted

• Graffiti artwork is often meaningless