Intro to Julius Caesar & Drama Terms

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A character in conflict with the main character is called what?

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Antagonist

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What is the term for a person making a speech?

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Orator

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What do you call a long speech given by one character?

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Monologue

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Define a comedy in the context of drama.

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A humorous play that has a light tone and a happy ending.

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What does it mean to vanquish someone?

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To defeat someone completely, especially in a war.

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What is a protagonist?

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The main character in a story, often facing challenges.

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What is a tragic hero?

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A character who makes a judgment error that inevitably leads to their own destruction.

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Define dialogue in drama.

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A conversation between two or more characters.

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What is a soliloquy?

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An act of speaking one's thoughts aloud when alone, often used in drama.

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What is the purpose of a stage direction?

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Instructions in the script of a play that indicate movement, position, or tone.