British tabloid culture

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Leerdoelen

• Aan het einde van deze week herken je de kenmerken van een broadsheet en van een tabloid.
• Aan het einde van deze week kun je een broadsheet en een tabloid van elkaar onderscheiden.
• Aan het einde van deze week heb je een mening gevormd over het effect van tabloids in de maatschappij.
• Aan het einde van deze week heb je 20 woorden geleerd die te maken hebben met nieuws en roddelbladen. 

British tabloid culture

00:53

Why were Meghan's British friends concerned about the tabloids?

1. They thought the tabloids would not be interested in her because she was American.
2. They worried the tabloids would ignore her and focus only on Prince Harry.
3. They believed the tabloids would help boost her popularity in the UK.
4. They feared the tabloids would invade her privacy and scrutinize her every move.

01:43

What is Harry's relationship with his brother like?

1. They remain very close and frequently collaborate on royal duties.
2. Their relationship has become strained due to personal and public conflicts.
3. Their relationship has improved significantly, and they are now closer than ever.
4. They have completely cut ties and no longer speak to each other.

02:52

What is your impression on tabloids after seeing this video?

rumour

(to) receive

trash

(to) contradict

(to) deny

collaborate

Place the image behind the correct word.

01:27

Why does Harry disagree with the word "paranoid" being used?

1. Because he doesn't like how negative it sounds
2. Because his mother had no reason to be paranoid
3. Because his mother was proven to be correct
4. Because he feels paranoid himself

02:11

Who does Hugh Grant suspect to have broken into his flat and why does he suspect them?

03:51

What does Charlotte mean with the term "fair game"?

1. That a person is allowed to be criticized or scrutinized because they are known to the public
2. A type of sport that follows strict rules to ensure fairness for all players
3. A situation where everyone wins and no one is at a disadvantage.
4. A person or subject that can be talked about, but only in a fair and respectful manner.

How do you feel when people spread rumours about you? Answer with a minimum of 2 sentences.

Dark consequences of being in the media

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1. What event prompted concerns about the reality show "Love Island"?

Answer: B) Caroline Flack’s suicide, following previous contestant suicides

2. Why was Caroline Flack removed from her role as the host of "Love Island"?

Answer: B) She was accused of assaulting her boyfriend

3. Which contestant was the first from "Love Island" to commit suicide?

Answer: C) Sophie Gradon

4. What major issue did Sophie Gradon face after her appearance on "Love Island"?

Answer: B) Cyberbullying and trolling

5. What factor was mentioned as contributing to Mike Thalassitis' suicide?

Answer: B) Financial debt and grief over his grandmother’s death

6. What did Caroline Flack say in defense of "Love Island" regarding contestant suicides?

Answer: B) The blame should not solely be on the show

Multiple choice questions

True/False

Caroline Flack was the first person from "Love Island" to take their own life.

False

Sophie Gradon’s cyberbullying experience led her to speak publicly about online abuse.

True

"Love Island" producers made no changes to contestant mental health policies after these suicides.

False (They introduced therapy sessions and follow-up care)

Despite the fact that tabloids are heavily criticized by the public and celebrities alike, they are still massively popular.

List 2 reasons why you think tabloids are or should be criticized.

List 2 reasons why you think tabloids are still very popular.

• Compare your answers.
• Are your reasons the same?
• If not: add your reasons to the list.

Do you think tabloids have a positive or negative impact on society?

Mostly positive – They keep the public informed and provide entertainment.

Somewhat positive – They can be problematic but also serve a purpose.

Somewhat negative – They often spread gossip and invade privacy.

Mostly negative – They prioritize profit over ethics and can be harmful.

Leerdoelen check!

We gaan controleren of jullie de volgende leerdoelen hebben behaald: 

• Aan het einde van deze week herken je de kenmerken van een broadsheet en van een tabloid.
• Aan het einde van deze week kun je een broadsheet en een tabloid van elkaar onderscheiden.

A tabloid is usually

1. Dramatised
2. Factual

A broadsheet is mostly

1. Illustrative
2. Serious

A broadsheet usually contains

1. Opinions
2. Facts

You can find celebrity scandals in a ....

1. Broadsheet
2. Tabloid

You would find an article on finance in a ...

1. Broadsheet
2. Tabloid

The cover from the image is from a ...

1. Broadsheet
2. Tabloid