Drama Elements

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What is the setting in a play?

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The setting is where and when the play takes place.

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What are scenes in a play?

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Scenes are smaller parts of the play that help us know when the setting or characters have changed.

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What are character tags?

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Character tags are labels before lines of dialogue that show which character is speaking.

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What is an act in a play?

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An act is a large part of the play, similar to a chapter.

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Who is the narrator in a play?

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The narrator tells the story and informs the audience or reader of background information.

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What is a cast in a play?

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The cast is the group of actors who perform the characters in the play.

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What is a script?

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A script is the written text of the play, including dialogue and stage directions.

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What is the purpose of dialogue in a play?

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Dialogue is the spoken words between characters that advance the story and develop characters.

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What are stage directions?

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Stage directions are instructions in the script that tell actors how to move or behave on stage.

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What is a monologue?

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A monologue is a long speech by one character in a play, often expressing their thoughts or feelings.