As gay people celebrate... (IB)

Question 1

GAP

Answer 1

G- Article
A- readers of the i newspaper + Independent, fans of Birrell, interest in current affairs, those interested in identify, sexuality, disability issues, LGBTQ+ supporters
P- to campaign and highlight disadvantages for the disabled, to express opinion
- to raise awareness towards the treatment of the disabled
- to encourage people to give disabled people equal rights
- to entertain readers whilst informing/raising the issue

Question 2

What personal connection does the author have to disability?

Answer 2

He has a disabled daughter and looks at disability on a wider scale

This personal perspective may influence his views on disability issues.

Question 3

How many disabled people are there in the UK?

Answer 3

Over 11 million

This statistic highlights the significant population of disabled individuals in the UK.

Question 4

Are disabled people more or less likely to be employed compared to non-disabled people?

Answer 4

Less likely

This emphasizes the ongoing employment disparities faced by disabled individuals.

Question 5

When was the article published in relation to the legalization of gay marriage in the UK?

Answer 5

Just days after gay marriage was legalized and 2010 speech writer for David Cameron, so politically minded/ motivated

This timing suggests a connection between the author’s views on equality and social issues.

Question 6

What theme does the text explore despite advances in equality?

Answer 6

Social disparity still faced by some groups of people

This indicates that not all groups have benefited equally from societal advancements.

Question 7

Who are the audience?

Answer 7

Readers interested in current affairs, fans of Birrell, LGBTQ+ supporters

Question 8

What is the main purpose of the article?

Answer 8

To campaign and highlight disadvantages for the disabled

Question 9

What does the article aim to raise awareness about?

Answer 9

The treatment of the disabled

Question 10

What does the article encourage regarding disabled people’s rights?

Answer 10

To campaign and give disabled people equal rights

Question 11

In addition to raising awareness, what does the article aim to do for its readers?

Answer 11

To entertain readers whilst informing/raising the issue

Question 12

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