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  Language 1) When did Lara Croft first appear in a videogame? Lara Croft made her first appearance in the video game Tomb Raider, which was released in 1996. 2) What classic films influenced the creation of Lara Croft and the Tomb Raider games? The creation of Lara Croft and the original Tomb Raider games was heavily influenced by classic action-adventure films, most notably Indiana Jones, Tank Girl, Hard Boiled, Rambo: First Blood Part II and The Edge. 3) How has Lara Croft and Tomb Raider moved beyond just being a videogame? Lara Croft has featured in films (the first starring Angelina Jolie; 2018 version rebooted the character). She has appeared on magazine covers more times than any supermodel. There have been advertising tie-ins, merchandise, comic books and  spin-offs featuring the character. The franchise has had numerous incarnations before Lara Croft Go in 2015.  Lara Croft has been credited with bringing success on the Play Station for the games’...

  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...