Elements of Drama

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What is a stage direction?

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A stage direction is an instruction in the script of a play that tells actors where to go or what to do on stage.

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Give an example of a stage direction.

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(Go stage left and fall to the ground)

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What is dialogue in drama?

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Dialogue is a conversation between two or more characters in a drama.

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What is NOT an example of dialogue?

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(knocks on door while holding a pet snake)

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What is the script in a drama?

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The script is the written 'book' for the actors, containing all the dialogue and stage directions.

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What do scenes in a drama show?

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Scenes show the changes in settings over time.

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What is a character in drama?

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A character is a person or figure represented in a drama.

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What are props in a drama?

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

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What is the theme of a drama?

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The theme is the central idea or message 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 in a play, often made up of several scenes.