Understanding Drama and Shakespeare Background

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What is an aside in drama?

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A brief remark or comment made by a character in a play, directed to the audience, and unheard by other characters on stage. It reveals the character's inner thoughts or intentions.

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What is a monologue?

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A long speech delivered by a single character in a play, often expressing their thoughts, feelings, or a narrative, typically directed to other characters or the audience.

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Why was England’s first public theater built outside the city of London?

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Officials in London had banned the performance of plays.

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What is a drama or play?

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A story that is meant to be acted out in front of an audience.

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What is an Act in a play?

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A major section of a play, usually made up of several scenes.

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What is a soliloquy?

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A speech in which a character speaks their thoughts aloud, typically while alone on stage, revealing their inner feelings.

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What is dialogue in drama?

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A conversation between two or more characters in a play.

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What is the role of a narrator in a play?

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A character or voice that provides commentary or background information to the audience.

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What is a scene in a play?

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A smaller section within an act, typically set in a single location and time.

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What is the purpose of stage directions?

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Instructions in the script of a play that describe the movement, position, or tone of the actors and the setting.