Vocab 3 Review

Front

The rising and falling of pitch that adds meaning, emotion, and rhythm to spoken words (opposite of speaking monotone or without emotion)

Back

Inflection

Front

The shaping and molding of sounds into syllables. Helps actors be clearly understood. Is the opposite of mumbling. (Tongue twisters help)

Back

Articulation

Front

The speed at which someone speaks

Back

Rate

Front

the way people speak and the way words are pronounced in different parts of the world

Back

Accent

Front

A short situation to be acted out with a beginning, middle and end.

Back

Scene

Front

Losing concentration or using dialogue or behavior inconsistent with the part you are creating.

Back

Breaking Character

Front

Developing and portraying a personality through thought, action, dialogue, costuming, and makeup

Back

Characterization

Front

To study carefully or examine critically

Back

Analyze

Front

A Long speech spoken by one person, revealing personal thoughts and feelings

Back

Monologue

Front

The physical elements of storytelling on stage – movements, gestures, and business.

Back

Blocking