Drama Flashcard

Front

What is the term for the written text of a play?

Back

script

Front

What items do actors use on stage to enhance the performance?

Back

props

Front

Who provides narration and background information to the audience in a play?

Back

The narrator

Front

What is the term for the physical environment or scenery in a play?

Back

set

Front

Why are stage directions included in a play?

Back

To identify the setting

Front

What is the role of a playwright?

Back

To write the script and create the story for the play.

Front

What is the purpose of a rehearsal in theater?

Back

To practice the performance and refine the actors' delivery.

Front

What is the difference between a monologue and a dialogue?

Back

A monologue is a speech by one character, while dialogue involves two or more characters speaking to each other.

Front

What is the significance of character development in a play?

Back

It helps the audience understand the motivations and growth of characters throughout the story.

Front

What are the main components of a play's structure?

Back

Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.