What is the 'Call to Adventure' in a story, according to the video?

The 'Call to Adventure' is when the adventure starts, usually taking the form of a problem that needs to be solved or a sticky situation the protagonist needs to get out of.

In 'Moana,' what are two ways the 'Call to Adventure' is presented?

The ocean literally calls to Moana, and the darkness affecting the islands creates an urgent need for her to act.

How does Moana's initial response to the 'Call to Adventure' relate to the 'Refusal of the Call' stage in the Hero's Journey?

Moana initially fails to sail beyond the reef and decides to take her place on the island, demonstrating her refusal to accept the call.

Explain how Moana's father's views contribute to the tension surrounding her 'Call to Adventure'.

Moana's father wants her to stay on the island and fulfill her duties there, creating conflict with her desire to answer the ocean's call and go beyond the reef.

Which of the following best describes the function of the 'Call to Adventure' in the plot of 'Moana'?

It disrupts Moana's ordinary world and compels her to take action.

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Moana's Call to Adventure

Name: Moana's Call to Adventure
Author: Insta~Lesson

8th GradeELA45 min

aligned to Rl.8.1

Learning Objective

I can identify the "Call to Adventure" in Moana and explain its role in starting the story's plot (RL.8.1).

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

10 min

12 Steps of The Hero's Journey (Joseph Campbell) in Disney's MOANA

Unknown Channel

Practice

14 min

8 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

“What is Moana's "Call to Adventure" in the movie, and how does it begin the story's plot?”

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