Q9

‘The representations featured in the online Observer reflect its values and beliefs.’ Discuss how far you agree with this statement. In your answer, you must:

·      Analyse the representations featured in the extract with reference to the Observer’s values and beliefs

·      Make judgement's and draw conclusions about how far you agree with the statement. [15 marks]

The online Observer closely resembles The Guardian on the web, given that they are made by the same organization and that they are fundamentally the same as in the sort of news that they cover. I think Extract 3 reflects the qualities and beliefs similar to the Observer. 

On the main page there is a lot of news about individuals from other countries around the world which is something that The Observer likes to concentrate on. There is a story about people in Syria and North Korean war camps. There are also references to expensive food and desserts which demonstrates that The Observer is keen on costly lifestyles too which could relate to their readers. 

The editor of the Observer has used powerful images for each of these subjects to really connote what they are writing about to the reader. There are a range of stories about culture as well, including one about healthy living and hobbies. These accounts show us that The Observer is very centered around culture.