3.4 Elements of Drama

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What are stage directions?

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Stage directions are the instructions in a script that tell the actors how to move or behave on stage.

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What is a script in drama?

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A script is the written text of a play that includes the dialogue and stage directions for the actors.

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What is dialogue?

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Dialogue is a conversation between two or more characters in a drama.

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What changes when a scene changes in a drama?

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The setting changes when a scene changes in a drama.

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What are props?

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Props are the objects used by actors on stage to enhance the storytelling.

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What is the purpose of stage directions?

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The purpose of stage directions is to guide actors on how to perform their roles and interact with the setting.

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What is a character in drama?

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A character is a person or figure represented in a play.

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What is a theme in drama?

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A theme is the central idea or message that the play conveys.

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What is a monologue?

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A monologue is a long speech by one character in a play.

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What is the difference between dialogue and monologue?

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Dialogue involves two or more characters speaking to each other, while a monologue is a speech by a single character.