Analyse the images and sensationalist/emotive language used.
The image used in this article shows the inside of a shop after it had been a target of looting. It shows the extent of vandalism as display shelves had fallen over and things were spread all over the floor.
The caption "A looted store in Tottenham: the community lies in ruins"
This is very sensationalist language as the reporter exaggerates the extent of the riots to create a 'moral panic', it is also used to increase the shocked reaction from readers.
The caption "A looted store in Tottenham: the community lies in ruins"
This is very sensationalist language as the reporter exaggerates the extent of the riots to create a 'moral panic', it is also used to increase the shocked reaction from readers.
How does the article construct representation of youth identity?
The representation of youths within the article is very negative. This negative portrayal comes from the use of language such as; 'hooded teenagers' and 'feral kids with no jobs'
The representation of youths within the article is very negative. This negative portrayal comes from the use of language such as; 'hooded teenagers' and 'feral kids with no jobs'
This suggests a link between the all youths wearing a hooded jacket and the stereotypical 'hoodies'
Is the broadcast biassed?
The broadcast is very biased against youths as it puts them all into one category.
"Feral kids with no jobs ran amok" - This suggests that all unemployed youths were the cause or took part in the rioting.
"Feral kids with no jobs ran amok" - This suggests that all unemployed youths were the cause or took part in the rioting.
Are youths given a fair voice?
Youths are not given a fair voice in the article as they are all portrayed in a very negative light without any way to defend their portrayal
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