Drama Terms

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What is a drama?

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A drama is a story or play that is acted out using characters in situations that imitate real life.

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Who is a playwright?

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A playwright is a writer of plays.

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What are the words that characters say in a drama called?

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The words that characters say in a drama are called dialogue.

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What is a major section of a play called?

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A major section of a play is called an act.

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What is the cast of characters?

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The cast of characters is the people who perform in a play.

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What is the purpose of dialogue in a drama?

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The purpose of dialogue in a drama is to convey the characters' thoughts, emotions, and actions.

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What is a scene in a play?

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A scene is a smaller division within an act that takes place in a specific location and time.

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What is the role of a director in a drama?

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

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What is a conflict in drama?

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A conflict is a struggle between opposing forces that drives the plot of the drama.

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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 of the drama.