Q.4 –compare and contrast

Reading paper - Question Types Information Retrieval (search and find) Impressions/Images Viewpoint/Attitude Analysis of Persuasive Techniques Comparison of Texts

In question 4 you will be asked to compare and contrast the 2 texts. The question will ask you to look for specific similarities and differences in the texts. Your personal views and opinions are NOT required. (0) If you are told to organise your answer into paragraphs using the bullet points as headings, then DO IT!!!!!!

The reaction from the audience to Derren Brown

The reaction from the audience to Derren Brown: In the leaflet it says the audience were “mesmerized” and “dumbstruck and delighted” by Derren Brown. In the internet article it says they were “bamboozled” and confused as they “wondering how” he did his tricks. It also says audience felt “controlled” and “owned” by him.

Derren Brown’s skills as a perfomer

Derren Brown’s skills as a performer: In the leaflet it says Derren Brown is the “master of psychological illusion and “the country’s greatest illusionist. It also says he is “award winning” and “climbed to artistic heights”. In the internet article it says Derren Brown is an “incredibly clever performer” and “humorous”. It also says he has “exceptional observational skills” and “owned the audience”.

The reaction from the audience to Derren Brown: In the leaflet it says the audience were “mesmerized” and “dumbstruck and delighted” by Derren Brown. In the internet article it says they were “bamboozled” and confused as they “wondering how” he did his tricks. It also says audience felt “controlled” and “owned” by him. Derren Brown’s skills as a performer: In the leaflet it says Derren Brown is the “master of psychological illusion” and “the country’s greatest illusionist”. It also says he is “award winning” and “climbed to artistic heights”. In the internet article it says Derren Brown is an “incredibly clever performer” and “humorous”. It also says he as “exceptional observational skills” and “owned the audience”.

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