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Question 1
1.1. Study frame seven of the above story. Write a paragraph in which you identify the style and
colours used, explain how the visuals convey the story and then discuss whether the style and
colour-use are likely or unlikely (or both) to appeal to children below the age of six. Your answer
must reference the study guide to justify your claims.
In frame seven of “No King As God,” titled “The Surprise Discovery,” the illustration style leans
toward realism, characterised by the naturalistic depiction of the figures, their clothing, and the
domestic setting. The style is not cartoonish or exaggerated; instead, the artist has aimed to represent
the characters and objects as they would appear in the real world. According to the study guide,
realism focuses on representing subject matter accurately and imposes a more sombre or mature
mood on a text (ENG1517, 501, p. 49).
This mature mood may not be immediately engaging for very young children. The colours used in
this frame are predominantly earth tones—browns, ochres, and muted greens—with limited use of
bright, primary colours. The study guide notes that children are usually attracted to bright colours of
a medium hue because these colours create an impression of energy and dynamism, while duller
colours can be less stimulating (ENG1517, 501, p. 44). The visuals convey the story effectively: the
central action of the son discovering the horn inside the fish is clearly shown through the characters’
focused gestures and the open fish, making the narrative easy to follow even without the text.
However, the combination of a realistic artistic style and muted, earthy colours means that this visual
is unlikely to strongly appeal to children below the age of six. As noted in the study guide, younger
children are attracted to bright, bold lines and imaginative, cartoon-like visuals, whereas realism and
softer colours are more appropriate for older children who can cope with serious subjects (ENG1517,
501, pp. 39, 49).
Question 1
1.1. Study frame seven of the above story. Write a paragraph in which you identify the style and
colours used, explain how the visuals convey the story and then discuss whether the style and
colour-use are likely or unlikely (or both) to appeal to children below the age of six. Your answer
must reference the study guide to justify your claims.
In frame seven of “No King As God,” titled “The Surprise Discovery,” the illustration style leans
toward realism, characterised by the naturalistic depiction of the figures, their clothing, and the
domestic setting. The style is not cartoonish or exaggerated; instead, the artist has aimed to represent
the characters and objects as they would appear in the real world. According to the study guide,
realism focuses on representing subject matter accurately and imposes a more sombre or mature
mood on a text (ENG1517, 501, p. 49).
This mature mood may not be immediately engaging for very young children. The colours used in
this frame are predominantly earth tones—browns, ochres, and muted greens—with limited use of
bright, primary colours. The study guide notes that children are usually attracted to bright colours of
a medium hue because these colours create an impression of energy and dynamism, while duller
colours can be less stimulating (ENG1517, 501, p. 44). The visuals convey the story effectively: the
central action of the son discovering the horn inside the fish is clearly shown through the characters’
focused gestures and the open fish, making the narrative easy to follow even without the text.
However, the combination of a realistic artistic style and muted, earthy colours means that this visual
is unlikely to strongly appeal to children below the age of six. As noted in the study guide, younger
children are attracted to bright, bold lines and imaginative, cartoon-like visuals, whereas realism and
softer colours are more appropriate for older children who can cope with serious subjects (ENG1517,
501, pp. 39, 49).
