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  1) What were the first videogames like? Primitive, non-commercial experiments created on large, academic mainframe computers or oscilloscopes in the 1950s and 60s . 2) How have videogames changed over time? the rise of 3D graphics, widespread online multiplayer, mobile gaming, and the rise of service-based revenue models 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 videogames? The most successful games share   high engagement through immersive, often open-world environments, strong social components (multiplayer), and long-term, consistent popularity , exemplified by titles like  Minecraft  and  GTA V . They prioritize solid, intuitive gameplay design, high polish, and accessibility across platforms, fostering word-of-mouth appeal .   4) What criticisms have been made towards videogames? Videogames have faced extensive, long-running critic...

  Create a blogpost called 'December Mock Exam: Learner Response'. Then work through the following tasks: 1) Type up any feedback on your paper  (you don't need to write the mark and grade if you want to keep this confidential). If you only have marks and a grade on the paper, write a WWW/Next Steps yourself based on your scores. Score: 12/84 2) Use the mark scheme for this Paper 2 mock (posted on GC) to read the answers AQA were looking for. First, write down a definition and example of non-diegetic sound (Q1.1 and 1.2).  3) Next, identify  three  points you could have made in Q1.3 - camerawork and the extract. Look for the indicative content in the mark scheme - these are the suggested answers from AQA. 4) Now look at Q1.4 in the mark scheme - pick out  two  points from the mark scheme that you could have included in your answer. 5) Look at Q2 - the 20-mark essay on representations of age and social and cultural contexts. Pick out  thr...

  1) Write the definition of the following key language for newspaper front pages (you may want to add an example for each from our Daily Mirror CSP): Masthead:  the title of a newspaper or magazine at the head of the first or editorial page. Pug:   a small, branded box or space located in the top corner of the front page, usually flanking the newspaper's title Splash:   a prominent, attention-grabbing, or sensational news story, headline, or photograph, typically displayed across the top or front page Slogan:  Dateline:  Byline: Who wrote the newspaper article Standfirst:    a short, introductory paragraph in a newspaper or magazine that appears directly below the headline and above the main body text .  2) What is the main story on the CSP edition of the Daily Mirror (see above)? Make sure you learn the headline and what the story is about. The Post Office Scandal 3) What is the 'pug' or smaller celebrity story on the front cover? Why might...

  1) What year was  The Times  founded and when did it start using the  Times  name? 1785 2) What content did John Walter suggest the paper would offer in the first edition? Political news 3) What does the page say about the political views in  The Times ?  The Times  (UK) is generally characterized as a centre-right, "newspaper of record" with a traditional alignment to the British Establishment. While typically conservative and Eurosceptic, the publication has demonstrated flexibility by endorsing Labour in the early 2000s and choosing not to endorse a party in 2024. s 4) Who owns  The Times  today and how is editorial integrity protected? The Times  is owned by  News UK , which is a subsidiary of  News Corp , the global media conglomerate controlled by the  Murdoch family . While Rupert Murdoch acquired the paper in 1981, control has since transitioned to his son,  Lachlan Murdoch , as chairman of News Corp . ...

  1) What type of news can you typically find in a  tabloid  newspaper? Gossip, entertainment, news about celebrities 2)  What type of news can you typically find in a  broadsheet  newspaper? More formal news such as news about the government. 3) If someone is  left-wing , which political party in the UK are they most likely to support? Which newspapers would they be likely to read?   Left-wing (Socialist): in favour of social equality and reform. The Labour Party is considered left-wing and the  Daily Mirror  generally supports Labour and left-wing causes. 4) If someone is  right-wing , which political party in the UK are they most likely to support? Which newspaper would they be most likely to read? Right-wing (Conservative): prefer the traditional way things are and in favour of low taxes. The Conservative Party is considered right-wing and the  Times  generally supports the Conservatives and right-wing causes. 5) Why h...

 1) Make two lists - one of website  conventions  used on Marcus Rashford and Kim Kardashian's official website and one of social media conventions found on their Instagram pages. Official Websites: Logos, Brandings GIFS, Still images, Links to other websites 2) How does Marcus Rashford's website and social media promote his brand? Give at least  three  examples of different pages / posts / images from his website or social media.  Marcus Rashford's website and social media promote his personal brand by   leveraging his authentic personal story and status as a celebrity athlete to drive social change and connect with a broad audience  blending his identity as an elite athlete with a powerful persona as a genuine, relatable  social activist. 3) How does Kim Kardashian's website and social media promote her brand? Give at least  three  examples of different pages / posts / images from her brand websites or social media.  Kim Kard...