Understanding Structure in Literature

The video tutorial by Jennifer Wilson from the Gulfport School District covers the standard RL 4.5, focusing on comparing poetry, prose, and plays. It begins with an introduction to the structural and sound elements of poetry, using Shel Silverstein's poem 'Sick' as an example. The tutorial then transitions to the elements of plays, highlighting the differences in structure, such as scripts, dialogues, and stage directions. An adaptation of 'Sick' into a play format is provided. The video continues with a discussion on prose, emphasizing its narrative structure and use of paragraphs. The poem 'Sick' is also adapted into prose to illustrate these concepts. The tutorial concludes with a comparison of the three forms, summarizing their unique characteristics.

What is the primary focus of Jennifer Wilson's session?

• The history of poetry

• Comparing poetry, prose, and plays

• The evolution of plays

• The structure of novels

In poetry, what is a group of verses called?

• Scene

• Paragraph

• Chapter

• Stanza

Which of the following is NOT a sound element in poetry?

• Rhyme

• Rhythm

• Meter

• Dialogue

What is a key structural element of plays?

• Verses

• Scripts

• Stanzas

• Chapters

In a play, what provides instructions on how actors should perform?

• Narration

• Stage directions

• Dialogue

• Verses

What is a defining feature of prose?

• Includes stage directions

• Written in stanzas

• Contains rhyming words

• Organized in paragraphs

How does prose differ from poetry and plays in terms of structure?

• Prose is performed on stage

• Prose is organized in paragraphs

• Prose uses verses

• Prose includes stage directions

Which of the following is a common feature of both plays and prose?

• Dialogue

• Stanzas

• Rhythm

• Chapters