Rastamouse Controversy.

http://www.entertainmentwise.com/news/67662/Rastamouse-Most-Controversial-Childrens-Programme-Of-2011

Rastamouse Controversy

1. How is the language issue represented?

This issue is represented as something that is significant, as Rastamouse was named as the most controversial children's TV programme. The article states that the Jamaican patois has encouraged their young children to copy and impersonate what the characters are saying. It also states that it is creating a stereotype among the black society, which therefore led to a numerous amount of complaints from the children's parents.

2. How does the authors represent him/herself and others?

The author uses others opinions within this article to show how people feel about this issue. A BBC spokeswoman said that there had been positive feedback after the showings of Rastamouse, which contrasts what parents, especially mothers, have said on Mumsnet. The author of the article does not give his own opinion regarding this controversy.

3. How does the author shape the readers response? (audience positioning)

The author shapes the readers response by showing two sides of the argument- the positivity of comments that the BBC had received, and the negative comments parents have placed on Mumsnet. The author says that Rastamouse 'spreds love and respect', which shows that she believes that the show is acceptable for children to watch. However, the author describes the number of complaints received as 'inundated', which suggests that they have been overwhelmed by the vast number. This article can give the audience a mixed view of the Rastamouse controversy as she shows both the positive and negative sides.