Drama and Literary Devices Quiz

Which dramatic device occurs when the audience knows something the characters don't?

• Foreshadowing

• Dramatic irony

• Comic relief

• Soliloquy

A character speaking their thoughts aloud while alone on stage is called a:

• Monologue

• Dialogue

• Soliloquy

• Aside

Which type of play ends in catastrophe for the main character(s)?

• Comedy

• Tragedy

• History

• Romance

The emotional release audiences feel after experiencing a powerful drama is called:

• Dramatic tension

• Resolution

• Catharsis

• Climax

A character who contrasts with the protagonist to highlight certain qualities is a:

• Antagonist

• Foil

• Narrator

• Supporting character

Match the term with its correct definition: Aside, Monologue, Stage Direction, Soliloquy, Dramatic Irony

Explain how a foil character functions in Romeo and Juliet. Use an example.

Describe how dramatic irony creates tension in a tragedy.

Read this excerpt from Romeo and Juliet: 'O Romeo, Romeo, wherefore art thou Romeo? Deny thy father and refuse thy name; Or, if thou wilt not, be but sworn my love, And I'll no longer be a Capulet.' Identify and explain: a) Type of speech (soliloquy/aside/monologue): _____ b) Any dramatic irony present: ___________________ c) How this moment contributes to the tragedy: _____