Elements of Drama

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What helps you to know who is talking in a play or drama?

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Character tags help identify who is speaking.

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What is the text of a play called?

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The text of a play is called the script.

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When does a scene happen in a play?

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A scene happens in a single setting.

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What do you call all the characters in a play or drama?

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All the characters in a play or drama are called the cast.

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What is the term for where the play or drama takes place?

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The place where the play or drama takes place is called the setting.

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What is a script?

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A script is the written text of a play, including dialogue and stage directions.

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What is the role of a narrator in a drama?

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The narrator provides background information and guides the audience through the story.

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What is the difference between a scene and an act?

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A scene is a smaller section of a play that takes place in one setting, while an act is a larger division that can contain multiple scenes.

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What are stage directions?

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Stage directions are instructions in the script that tell actors how to move or behave on stage.

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What is the purpose of character tags?

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Character tags indicate which character is speaking in the dialogue.