Drama

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What is a stage direction?

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A stage direction is an instruction in the script of a play that tells the actors how to move or behave on stage.

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What is the central idea of a drama?

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The central idea of a drama, also known as the theme, expresses a message or insight about life.

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What is the main difference between a play and a novel?

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Plays are meant to be acted out, while novels are meant to be read.

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How are plays structured?

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Plays are typically divided into acts and scenes.

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What is dialogue in a drama?

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Dialogue is the spoken conversation between characters in a play.

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Do all dialogues in a drama use quotation marks?

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No, dialogue in a drama is not written inside quotation marks.

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What is a prop in a play?

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A prop is an object used by actors on stage to enhance the storytelling.

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Can you give an example of a prop?

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A baseball is an example of a prop that can be used in a scene.

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What does it mean to 'face front' in stage directions?

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'Face front' means that the actors should turn to face the audience.

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What does 'shyly' indicate in stage directions?

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'Shyly' indicates that the character should act in a timid or bashful manner.