1 of 2 drama ch 8

What are the three basic parts of a plot?

• beginning

• middle

• end

• transition

What are three of the basic parts of dramatic structure?

• plot

• diction

• character

• climax

• exposition

what is the arrangement of incidents that take place in a play?

• theme

• exposition

• plot

• melodrama

Which part of the plot reveals information from the 5 w's?

• theme

• antagonist

• climax

• exposition

what are the 5 w's? (with 4 comma's)

The middle of the plot contains?

• conflicts that results in climax/turning point

• overall meaning, writer wishes to get across through the play

• careful selection of language for better understanding

• a major division of the play by breaking up the action

When does the story end in a play?

• when the characters message is revealed

• when the antagonist wins

• when the last song is played

• when the conflict is resolved in the final

The plot of a play carried out through?

What is the main character in a play called?

Standing in the way of the protagonist is the ___________?