Drama Elements

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What does the narrator do in a play?

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The narrator addresses the audience and explains the setting, as well as the thoughts and feelings of the actors.

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What do you have to use when reading stage directions?

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You have to use inferencing.

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Who is the playwright?

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The playwright is the person who writes the play.

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What are italicized portions of text that give information beyond the dialogue called?

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They are called stage directions.

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What is the central message the author wants to convey to the audience?

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The central message is called the theme.

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What is the definition of 'stage directions'?

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Stage directions are instructions in the script of a play that indicate movement, position, or tone of the actors.

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What is the purpose of dialogue in a play?

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Dialogue is the spoken conversation between characters that reveals their thoughts, feelings, and relationships.

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What is a 'scene' in a play?

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A scene is a division of an act in a play that typically takes place in a single location and time.

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What does 'theme' refer to in drama?

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Theme refers to the underlying message or main idea that the playwright wants to communicate.

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What is the role of the director in a play?

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The director is responsible for overseeing the artistic aspects of a play, including the actors' performances and the overall vision.