The standfirst adds to the lure of the article for the audience. Through its reference to the boys being ‘hotter than ever’ it helps to anchor the audience’s understanding of the headline and to know that it refers to their victorious return from the status. The word ‘hotter’ is also a reference to the physical attractiveness of the band and the fact that the audience will fancy them now more than ever. Apparently the article will In the bottom right hand corner, the readership is invited to ‘turn over for more’. On a practical level, this will prevent the audience from missing out on anything important. It also suggests that there is lots more to read about One Direction, which will please fans of the band. The fact that it is placed in the bottom right hand corner is appropriate, as it is the last place A swimming pool is featured in the article, this also adds to the aquatic theme. You can also link it to their latest single ‘Live While We’re Young’ because in the video they are splashing
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The standfirst adds to the lure of the article for the audience. Through its reference to the boys being ‘hotter than ever’ it helps to anchor the audience’s understanding of the headline and to know that it refers to their victorious return from the status. The word ‘hotter’ is also a reference to the physical attractiveness of the band and the fact that the audience will fancy them now more than ever. Apparently the article will reveal the band’s ‘amazing secrets’, which will definitely make the audience instantly read on, as they will be desperate to find out the lads’ personal secrets. ‘One Direction’ is presented in uppercase, which will ensure that it cannot be missed by the audience. The aquatic theme is continued through the standfirst being highlighted in blue.
In the bottom right hand corner, the readership is invited to ‘turn over for more’. On a practical level, this will prevent the audience from missing out on anything important. It also suggests that there is lots more to read about One Direction, which will please fans of the band. The fact that it is placed in the bottom right hand corner is appropriate, as it is the last place that the eyes of the audience will go. The words are even presented in an arrow, which urges the audience even more to turn the page.
A swimming pool is featured in the article, this also adds to the aquatic theme. You can also link it to their latest single ‘Live While We’re Young’ because in the video they are splashing around and having fun which emphasises the lads’ youthful and fun star image.
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