Wants and Needs in Storytelling

Wants and Needs in Storytelling

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

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The video explores the concept of 'want vs need' in storytelling, using examples from films like Rocky, The Matrix, and Toy Story. It explains how 'want' drives the plot while 'need' drives the theme, and how both are essential for a compelling story. The video also discusses the impact of missing either element in films like Transformers and Manchester by the Sea. It concludes by highlighting the universal truths these concepts reveal about human desires.

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11 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the key element that makes the nine movies memorable according to the introduction?

A famous actor

High box office earnings

A universal theme

A unique storytelling device

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the narrator's initial reaction to watching 'Rocky' as a child?

They were confused

They hated it

They were indifferent

They loved it

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What storytelling concept is introduced using 'The Matrix', 'Lord of the Rings', and 'Toy Story'?

Plot twists

Character development

Want vs. Need

Cinematic techniques

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In storytelling, what is the difference between 'want' and 'need'?

Both are internal

Both are external

Want is external, need is internal

Want is internal, need is external

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of obstacles are associated with 'wants' in a story?

Internal obstacles

Emotional obstacles

External obstacles

Psychological obstacles

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do 'wants' and 'needs' influence a story's plot and theme?

Wants drive theme, needs drive plot

Wants drive plot, needs drive theme

Both drive plot

Both drive theme

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are 'wants' compared to in terms of storytelling elements?

The emotional pull

The universal themes

The fun elements

The heart of the story

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