STAAR Drama Vocabulary

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What is characterization in drama?

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Characterization in drama is the process of creating and developing a character through their actions, dialogue, and interactions with other characters.

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What is the purpose of dialogue in a play?

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To develop characters, advance the plot, and convey emotions and ideas.

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What are stage directions and why are they important in a script?

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Stage directions are instructions in the script that describe how the actors should move, speak, and behave on stage. They are important because they help the actors understand their roles and movements, and they also guide the director and crew in creating the visual and technical aspects of the production.

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What is a monologue and how is it different from a dialogue?

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A monologue is a long speech by one person, while a dialogue is a conversation between two or more people.

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What is the role of conflict in a dramatic story?

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Conflict creates tension and drives the plot forward.

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How does the setting contribute to the overall mood and atmosphere of a play?

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The setting can create a specific atmosphere through its physical elements, such as lighting, sound, and props, which can influence the overall mood of the play.

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Give an example of a character's internal conflict in a play.

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Hamlet's internal conflict

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Describe a stage direction that indicates a character's emotion or movement.

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The stage direction could be 'She crosses the stage with a look of despair.'

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Explain the difference between direct and indirect characterization.

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Direct characterization is when the author directly tells the audience what a character is like, while indirect characterization is when the audience must infer what the character is like based on the character's actions, thoughts, and dialogue.

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How does dialogue help to reveal the relationships between characters in a play?

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By showing how characters interact, communicate, and respond to each other.