Representation of Age in Media

Media Studies
Year 9
10 questions
~20 mins
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This worksheet explores how different ages are portrayed in media and advertising. Consider how age influences the way characters or people are shown.

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Representation of Age in Media

Subject: Media StudiesGrade: Year 9
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This worksheet explores how different ages are portrayed in media and advertising. Consider how age influences the way characters or people are shown.

Answer all questions in the spaces provided.
1.
Describe how a TV show might portray a young child differently from an elderly person in terms of clothing and activities.
[4 marks]
2.
List two ways media might stereotypically depict teenagers.
[3 marks]
3.
How might an advertisement target different age groups? Give one example for children and one for older adults.
[4 marks]
4.
Describe how the setting and clothing in a scene can show the age of the characters.
[4 marks]
5.
Sketch a character that represents a teenager. Label their clothing and activity to show their age.
[6 marks]
Drawing / Sketch space
6.
Explain why media might portray older adults as wise or gentle, and younger people as energetic or rebellious.
[4 marks]
7.
Identify and explain one way media can challenge stereotypes about age.
[4 marks]
8.
Describe a scene where the age of the character is made clear through the use of props and setting.
[4 marks]
9.
Think of a popular media character. Describe how their age influences their role or personality.
[4 marks]
10.
Draw a scene showing a family gathering with three generations: a grandparent, parent, and child. Label each person and their age-related traits.
[8 marks]
Drawing / Sketch space

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Created
1/2/2026
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1/2/2026
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