Elements of Drama

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What is a character in a literary work?

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A character is a person (or an animal) in a literary work. A story or play can have many or just a few.

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Why are stage directions important in a play?

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Stage directions are important because they help show the characters' movements, facial expressions, emotions, and actions.

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Are stage directions always spoken in a play?

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False. Stage directions are not spoken; they are written instructions for the actors.

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How is drama different from other kinds of fiction?

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Drama is written to be performed by actors for an audience, while other kinds of fiction are typically read.

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What elements are unique to drama?

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Stage directions, scenes, and acts are unique elements of drama.

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What is the definition of dialogue in drama?

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Dialogue is the spoken conversation between characters in a play.

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What is the role of conflict in drama?

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Conflict is the struggle between opposing forces that drives the plot and creates tension.

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What is a plot in a drama?

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

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What does the term 'setting' refer to in drama?

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The setting refers to the time and place in which the events of the play occur.

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What are acts in a play?

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Acts are the main divisions of a play, typically indicating a change in time or location.