Elements of Drama

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What are the five elements of PLOT found in fiction AND drama?

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Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution

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Lines spoken by actors is known as__________.

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dialogue

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What is the term for when and where a story takes place?

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setting

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What do we call a story written to be performed?

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drama

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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.

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What is the term for the main character in a drama?

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protagonist

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What do we call the opposing force in a drama?

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antagonist

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What is the term for the emotional atmosphere of a play?

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mood

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What is a soliloquy?

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A speech given by a character alone on stage, revealing their thoughts.

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What is the purpose of a script in drama?

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It contains the dialogue and stage directions for a performance.