Elements of Drama

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What is the text of a play called?

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script

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What does the term 'setting' refer to in a play?

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The time and place of a play.

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What is the action that takes place on the stage called?

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scene

Front

What do we call the people in a play?

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characters

Front

What is the dialogue in a play?

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The spoken words of the characters.

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What is the purpose of a script?

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To provide the text and instructions for a play.

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What does 'scenery' refer to in a drama?

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The background and physical environment of the play.

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What is a 'theme' in drama?

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The main idea or message of the play.

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What is a 'monologue'?

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A long speech by one character in a play.

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What is a 'dialogue'?

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A conversation between two or more characters.