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This standard asks you to deliver a storytelling performance in te reo Māori that captures the main points of a traditional story and brings it to life for your audience. You need to use clear pronunciation, appropriate pace and volume, and body language that matches the story at every moment to keep your listeners engaged from start to finish.
What to do, grades and common mistakes
- ·Demonstrate knowledge of the main storyline and key characters of a traditional Māori story (te pakiwaitara)
- ·Speak with correct pronunciation, pacing, and volume appropriate to the story and characters
- ·Use body language and physical expression that matches different parts of the story to engage your audience
- ·Convey the actions, emotions and thoughts of different characters clearly through your delivery
- ·Maintain audience engagement throughout by using intentional craft in your storytelling
You know the main plot and characters, speak clearly with mostly correct pronunciation, and use some body language that suits the story.
You understand the main plot and finer details, vary your pace, tone and volume to match the story and characters, and use purposeful body language throughout that keeps the audience engaged.