NEWS ANALYSIS QUESTIONNAIRE:HEAVY RAIN CAUSED BUILDING COLLAPSE AT KOTORUBA'S LONDON BRIDGE AREA :

 

1. Does the image represent the headline's message?

Yes. Because the image shows destruction debri and excavator , which aligns the narrative of collapse building. 

2.What emotions does the image evoke?(Does it create urgency,sympathy,or controversy?)

Yes,the image evoke urgency and sympathy because the issue needs immediate action and it serious .No,the image doesn't create controversy. 

3.Is the image manipulated or biased?(Does it frame the story in a particular way ?)

No,the image is not manipulated or biased it is straight forward and it doesn't frame the story in a particular way. 

4.How does composition affect storytelling?( Consider framing,lighting and focus)

Yes, the composition tells the story of building collapse .The framing  captures the extent damage .The lighting adds a sense of gloominess and the  focus draws attention to the rubble and the victims .

5. Does the image depth to the story or simply reinforce the headline?

Yes , the image adds depth to the story by providing visual evidence of a building collapse. 

6. Would a different image change the reader's perception of the news?

A different image could  potentially change the reader's perception of the news by altering the emotional impact  or the  level of detail provided .

7. How does the image compare to others covering the same story?

 The others covering the same story used different image where people have guided at where the building collapse. 

8. Is the image culturally or politically significant?(Does it reflect societal biases.)

The image doesn't reflect societal biases and culturally but it reflect on political ,this incident can raised question Urban planning and zoning regulation in the region.

By: Keziah Tawiah 

BABJ28060 

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