Introduction to Drama and Its Literature
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What are some of your favorite movies or plays, and what makes them dramatic?
What are some of your favorite movies or plays, and what makes them dramatic?
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What is a drama?
What is a drama?
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What is another name for a character in a drama?
What is another name for a character in a drama?
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What is a playwright?
What is a playwright?
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What is a script in the context of drama?
What is a script in the context of drama?
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Match the following elements with their corresponding definitions.
Match the following elements with their corresponding definitions.
| Draggable item | arrow_right_alt | Corresponding Item |
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Conflict | arrow_right_alt | Written text of a play |
Protagonist | arrow_right_alt | Central struggle between two forces |
Script | arrow_right_alt | Main character of a drama |
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Match the type of character with corresponding definitions.
Match the type of character with corresponding definitions.
| Draggable item | arrow_right_alt | Corresponding Item |
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Static Character | arrow_right_alt | Character who remains the same |
Dynamic Character | arrow_right_alt | Character who undergoes significant changes |
Antagonist | arrow_right_alt | Character opposing the main character |
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Connect the drama elements with their proper examples.
Connect the drama elements with their proper examples.
| Draggable item | arrow_right_alt | Corresponding Item |
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Setting | arrow_right_alt | A Victorian Mansion at night |
Dialogue | arrow_right_alt | 'I can't believe you did that!' she screamed in disbelief |
Plot | arrow_right_alt | The unfolding story in a drama |
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Match these drama terms with their definitions.
Match these drama terms with their definitions.
| Draggable item | arrow_right_alt | Corresponding Item |
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Dialogue | arrow_right_alt | Instructions for actors and stage crew |
Stage Directions | arrow_right_alt | Different sections of a play |
Scenes | arrow_right_alt | Conversation between characters |
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The rising action does NOT build tension through conflict.
The rising action does NOT build tension through conflict.
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The climax is the highest point of tension in the plot
The climax is the highest point of tension in the plot
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The resolution is the beginning of the story.
The resolution is the beginning of the story.
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The beginning of the story introduces characters and key background information. Is also referred to as the exposition.
The beginning of the story introduces characters and key background information. Is also referred to as the exposition.
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What does the term 'dialogue' refer to in drama?
What does the term 'dialogue' refer to in drama?
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What does dialogue in a drama mainly indicate?
What does dialogue in a drama mainly indicate?
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Why is dialogue significant in drama?
Why is dialogue significant in drama?
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Which of the following is true about dialogue in drama?
Which of the following is true about dialogue in drama?
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Match the definition to the correct term used in drama.
Match the definition to the correct term used in drama.
| Draggable item | arrow_right_alt | Corresponding Item |
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A conversation between two or more characters | arrow_right_alt | Monologue |
A long speech by one character | arrow_right_alt | Stage Directions |
Instructions in the text of a play | arrow_right_alt | Dialogue |
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Identify what 'Stage Directions' mean in these examples.
Identify what 'Stage Directions' mean in these examples.
| Draggable item | arrow_right_alt | Corresponding Item |
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[Lights fade to black] | arrow_right_alt | Describes a character's action or emotion |
[She sighs deeply, looking worried] | arrow_right_alt | Shows where a character comes in |
[Enter Romeo from the left] | arrow_right_alt | Indicates a change in lighting |
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What is the main function of dialogue in a drama?
What is the main function of dialogue in a drama?
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What is the basic difference between drama and prose?
What is the basic difference between drama and prose?
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What is the main purpose of narration in literature?
What is the main purpose of narration in literature?
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What is the general definition of a dialogue?
What is the general definition of a dialogue?
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What is the dialogue in this excerpt?
What is the dialogue in this excerpt?
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Write out one of the stage directions.
Write out one of the stage directions.
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What is the conflict between Sarah and James?
What is the conflict between Sarah and James?
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What is the primary purpose of drama in literature?
What is the primary purpose of drama in literature?
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How is drama generally presented?
How is drama generally presented?
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Why are conflicts important in a drama?
Why are conflicts important in a drama?
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What is typically included in a drama script?
What is typically included in a drama script?
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What did you learn in today's lesson about drama?
What did you learn in today's lesson about drama?
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Think about: how do these elements appear in your favorite movies?
Think about: how do these elements appear in your favorite movies?