Scripting Basics
What is the main purpose of a script in digital storytelling?
To shape the voice, tone, and emotional core of the story
What is the personal narrative approach based on?
Lived experience or personal reflection
What’s a common block that stops people from starting their scripts?
Writers Block
This approach treats scripting as a multi-step journey with drafts and revisions.
The Process Approach
What does “writing for the screen” mean?
Scripting with visuals and sound in mind
True or False: The script should be long and detailed.
False (It should be short and impactful—around 250–400 words.)
This pronoun is often used in personal narrative storytelling.
"I"
This mindset can lead to losing your authentic voice.
Perfectionism or over-editing
This approach focuses on an idea, issue, or cause.
Thematic
Name one multimedia element that should align with the script.
Image, sound, or music
What key storytelling element helps connect emotionally with the audience?
Personal voice or authenticity
Why is the personal narrative approach powerful?
It builds empathy and emotional connection
Joe Lambert warns against too much of this, which means telling instead of showing.
Exposition
This scripting style blends advocacy with personal storytelling.
Thematic Approach
What kind of balance should storytellers aim for between script and visuals?
Emotional and narrative alignment
Name two things a script should always consider besides words.
Visuals and sound (or pacing and rhythm)
Fill in the quote: “You are the ___ of your own story.”
Expert
One method to overcome fear of vulnerability.
Joining a story circle or seeking peer feedback
What’s the risk of the message-driven approach if not balanced?
Becoming too abstract or impersonal
Besides words, what two elements affect timing and pacing?
Transitions and rhythm
What does Joe Lambert suggest doing to test your script’s flow and emotion?
Reading it aloud
What storytelling tone is common in personal narrative scripts?
Reflective or introspective
Name two free-form techniques to break through scripting challenges.
Freewriting and oral storytelling
Which approach helps storytellers discover their story while writing it?
The Process Approach
Why is “showing” more effective than “telling” in digital storytelling?
It creates a more immersive and emotional experience