Drama Vocabulary

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What are stage directions?

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Instructions in a script that tell actors where to move or how to perform.

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What is a plot in drama?

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The sequence of events that make up the story in a play.

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What can be found within a script?

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Acts and scenes, dialogue, and setting descriptions.

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Who are the characters in a play?

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The actors or actresses who portray roles in the drama.

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What are costumes in a play?

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The clothing worn by actors to represent their characters.

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What is dialogue?

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The spoken words between characters in a play.

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What is a script?

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

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What is a scene in drama?

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A division of an act in a play, usually set in a single location.

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What is a playwright?

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A person who writes plays.

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What are props?

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Objects used by actors on stage to enhance the performance.