Elements of Drama

What is drama primarily defined as?

• A type of poetry meant for reading.

• A specialized kind of story meant to be performed.

• A historical account of events.

• A collection of short stories.

What information does the "Cast of Characters" section provide in a play script?

• The names of the playwrights and directors.

• A summary of the play's plot.

• A list of the characters who will be performed by actors.

• The historical context of the play.

How are scenes in a play typically structured?

• They are always set in the same location and time.

• They are continuous segments without any breaks.

• They are sections of a drama separated by time or location.

• They are divided into acts, each with a different theme.

What is the primary function of stage directions in a play script?

• To be read aloud by the actors during the performance.

• To provide background music cues for the performance.

• To tell the team putting a drama together what is happening on stage.

• To summarize the emotional state of the characters.