1. How would you describe the language used in the article: is the language used informal or does it have a more academic quality? How does this language appeal to the audience? Give examples of words or phrases which are used and why these would appeal to the audience.
2. What tone does the magazine use to address the reader: as a close friend; a member of an 'in' crowd; or an informed intelligent fan? Again, provide examples.
3. What style of font is used? What does it tell you about the style of the magazine and the audience? What style is the title of the article? Does it stand out?
4. How is the page laid out: how must of the article is images and how much is text? How are text and images integrated: are there various entry points or is it a question/answer set up? How are the following used: standfirst; drop capitals; pull quotes; columns;
5. How does the style of the article match the style of the front cover? Is a house style being developed across all the pages you have analysed?
6. How is the person being represented through the images? Analyse the mise-en-scene used.
7. How is meaning anchored by the captions for the images?
8. Does the article demand any prior knowledge? If yes, give examples. How does the opening paragraph set up the interview: does it give background information or let you know where the interview is taking place, for example.
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