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  1) What were the first video games like? The first video games in the 1950s and 60s were experimental, text-only or simple vector-graphic programs created on large research computers or oscilloscopes, often designed by scientists to test technology. 2) How have video games changed over time? Video games have evolved from simple, pixelated arcade games in the 1970s (e.g., Pong, Pac-Man) into highly immersive 3D, online, and cinematic experiences.  3) What do the most successful games have in common? Answer this in as much detail as you can. Think about audience pleasures - what do people like about playing video games? They offer a sense of achievement and reward . When we solve a puzzle, win a race, or complete a level, our brain releases dopamine, a neurotransmitter associated with pleasure and satisfaction. This biochemical response is a primary reason for our affection towards games. 4) What criticisms have been made towards video games? Video games have faced numerous cr...

December Mock Exam: Learner Response Introduction to Newspapers Newspapers: Daily Mirror - Language and Representations Newspapers: Daily Mirror - Audience and Industries Newspapers: The Times - Introduction Final Statement of intent Newspapers: The Times - Language and Representations The Times Case Study - Audience and Industries

 Audience 1) What are the main audience demographics for The Times newspaper? Add as much detail as you can. The Times target audience is older with over half the audience aged 55+. In terms of social class, they are overwhelmingly in the ABC1 social classes - 62% from social group AB. This means Times readers are likely to be professionals, managers or company owners. They are likely to be in the Succeeder psychographic group. 2) What aspects of the front page of the Times CSP edition suggest that their readers are likely to be more educated and interested in hard news rather than entertainment? There is not a lot of colours, there are a lot more text and larger paragraphs along with a more sophisticated vocabulary, a good quality of journalism and less pictures suggest that their newspapers are more serious and eductated. The lack of pictures are less entertaining but more serious. 3) Times readers are mostly over 55 years old. Why is this and how is this reflected or challenged ...

  Language 1 ) What is the main story on the front cover of the Times CSP edition and why does it appeal to Times readers ? The main story on the cover shows the Fujitsu scandle, this appeals to the readers as it is very well written, has good vocabulary and has been researched by journalists as well as its focus on hard news. This provides them an in-depth sight on whats going on. 2) How is the presentation of this story different to how the Daily Mirror presents it?   The Daily mirror suggests that Vennels and the company Fujitsu is evil and that they are the perpatrators for hurting victims for personal gain as well as showing how they are running away to get away with it. The Times represents them as Heroes who try to fix their mistake as well as leave their position as if theyre funishing themselves, mentioning how they pay a sum of money back... but not all. 3)  How is the Times front page designed to reflect broadsheet newspaper conventions? The Times fro...

  The song that I have chosen is 'Karma' by the creator of Or3o because the song sends a message that you should be resistant to people who try to bring you down from your dreams, their own actions will bring them their own karma. In that song, diegetic messages like "Karma is what you make" actively tells the audience and the characters in that video that there will be consequences of what we do.   My video will involve the use  of mise-en-scene in order  to give a sense of emotion to the audience to highlight the suffering caused by bullying. My video will highlight the way to improve the community by sending the message that you should not waste your energy and time on people who bring you down, that you should focus on building up on your dream and succeed. I will use  to show how the protagonist is more superior and the villain is more inferior. This tells the audience that if you have your goals right, you'll always be on top. I will use a low an...

  1) What year was The Times founded and when did it start using the Times name? The Times, founded in 1785 as the Daily Universal Register, is the oldest national daily newspaper in the UK.  officially adopted the name  The Times  three years later, on January 1, 1788. Founded by John Walter in London, it was the first newspaper in the world to use "Times" in its title.   2) What content did John Walter suggest the paper would offer in the first edition? Political News:  Observations on the dispositions of both British and foreign courts for the political reader. Debates:  Reporting on parliamentary debates for those interested in public affairs. Trade and Commercial News:  Attention to the interests of commerce, with a strong focus on advertising. General Information:  A "faithful recorder of every species of intelligence". Amusements:  Features for entertainment. Morality:  A promise that the paper would not contain content that ...