How far does the newspaper a person reads depend on their social class? [8]
This question is an opportunity for candidates to discuss links between newspaper
readership and social class.
Size and format, type of reader, content and price may be referred to along with political
allegiance and personal values.
High culture/ low culture.
Level 1: Answers at this level may be based on assertion and personal opinion. Common
sense answers with no sociological knowledge. (0–3)
Level 2: Some basic sociological points may be made at this level. Answers may be narrow
or one sided. (One sided answers maximum 5 marks unless exceptional = 6 marks.) (4–6)
Level 3: Several relevant sociological points will be made, with direct linkage to the question.
To reach this level, candidates must address both sides of the debate. (7–8)