TED: The infinite alchemy of storytelling | Zahra Al-Mahdi

The video explores the impact of screens and social media on identity and storytelling. It discusses the Bird Lock series, which uses humor and animation to address social issues. The speaker reflects on the role of art in representing diverse voices and the fluidity of history and narratives.

How did the narrator describe the role of screens in their early life in Kuwait?

• As accurate sources of information

• As tools for social interaction

• As educational resources

• As storytelling machines with conflicting narratives

What change did social media bring to the narrator's experience with screens?

• It increased the accuracy of information

• It reduced the variety of stories available

• It turned screens into a platform for storytelling participation

• It made screens less interactive

What is the main theme of the 'Bird Lock' series created by the narrator?

• Exploring historical events

• Discussing minority voices through humor

• Analyzing technological advancements

• Promoting traditional values

According to the narrator, what is a significant challenge in today's information-rich world?

• Inability to create new stories

• Abundance of information with representation issues

• Overrepresentation of certain groups

• Lack of access to information

What role do artists play in the context of storytelling, as per the narrator?

• They avoid controversial topics

• They focus solely on fictional stories

• They present meta-documentations of history

• They preserve traditional narratives