Structure of Drama

Front

The final outcome of the action of the play

Back

conclusion

Front

Greek philosopher who described the key elements of a play

Back

Aristotle

Front

The first event in a play from which the rest of the plot develops

Back

initial incident

Front

A frozen scene or picture in a play or dramatic work

Back

tableau

Front

The reason behind each character's actions

Back

motivation

Front

The information put before an audience that gives the where, when, why, and who facts of the play

Back

exposition

Front

The series of events following the initial incident of a play

Back

rising action

Front

The turning point in the play; where the action is at its peak

Back

climax

Front

The basic idea of the play

Back

theme

Front

The emotional feeling of a play

Back

mood