Understanding Drama and Shakespeare Background

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What is known about Shakespeare's early life?

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He grew up in Stratford-upon-Avon and was educated at a local grammar school.

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What is an Act of a play?

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

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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.

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What is dramatic irony?

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When the audience knows something that the characters do not.

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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.

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What is the purpose of a soliloquy?

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To reveal a character's inner thoughts and feelings to the audience.

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What is a scene in a play?

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A subdivision of an act, typically set in a single location and time.

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What is the role of a narrator in drama?

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To provide background information and context to the audience.

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What is the difference between dialogue and monologue?

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Dialogue involves two or more characters speaking to each other, while a monologue is a speech by a single character.

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What is a script in drama?

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The written text of a play, including dialogue and stage directions.