3.4 Elements of Drama

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What is dialogue in a drama?

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Dialogue is the spoken conversation between characters in a play.

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Which of the following is NOT an example of dialogue?

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(knocks on door while holding a pet snake)

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What is a narrator in a drama?

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A narrator gives the audience information about the actions happening in a play and provides insight into the characters' thoughts and feelings.

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What are stage directions?

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Stage directions are the instructions that tell the actors and actresses what to do on stage.

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True or False: A drama can have a theme or lesson.

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True

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What is the setting of a drama?

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The setting is when and where a drama takes place.

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What are props in a drama?

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Props are the objects used by actors on stage to enhance the storytelling.

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What is the plot of a drama?

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The plot is the sequence of events that make up the story in a drama.

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What is the theme of a drama?

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The theme is the central idea or lesson that the drama conveys.

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What is an act in a drama?

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An act is a major division within a play, often made up of several scenes.