Drama Elements

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What is drama?

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Drama is a form of literature that is written to be performed by actors for an audience.

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Who is a playwright?

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A playwright is a person who writes plays.

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What is an act in a play?

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An act is a large section of a play.

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What are scenes in a play?

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Scenes are the 'chapters' of a play or drama, describing where or when the story takes place.

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Why are different scenes listed in a script?

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Different scenes are listed to show that the time or place has changed.

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What is a script?

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A script is the written text of a play, including dialogue and stage directions.

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What is the purpose of dialogue in drama?

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Dialogue is the spoken words of characters in a play, used to convey the story and develop characters.

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What are stage directions?

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

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What is a monologue?

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A monologue is a long speech by one character in a play, often expressing their thoughts or feelings.

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What is the role of the director in a play?

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The director is responsible for overseeing the artistic aspects of a play, guiding actors and shaping the production.