Understanding Script Writing Basics

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What is the primary source of information for the audience in a script?

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Dialogue

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Where should stage directions be placed in a script?

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Within parentheses

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What is the purpose of a character breakdown?

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To identify personality aspects of the character

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What do we learn in the exposition of a script?

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Character and setting

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What motivates the rising action in a script?

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Conflict

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What is a character arc?

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The development of a character over time

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What is the difference between a monologue and dialogue?

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Monologue is a speech by one character, dialogue is a conversation between two or more characters

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Why is it important to understand the character breakdown in a script?

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To identify the character's motivations and personality

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How does conflict contribute to the rising action in a script?

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It creates tension and interest.

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In what way does exposition help the audience understand the story?

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By introducing characters and setting