Drama

Front

What are the main divisions of a play?

Back

Acts

Front

During which act does the falling action occur?

Back

Act IV

Front

What are the chapters in a play called?

Back

Acts

Front

What term describes the intense and purging negative emotions felt by the audience during a tragedy?

Back

Catharsis

Front

What information does the exposition provide to the audience?

Back

Setting, conflict, characters (not audience etiquette)

Front

What is the purpose of stage directions in a play?

Back

To guide actors on movements, expressions, and actions.

Front

What is an aside in drama?

Back

A remark made by a character intended to be heard by the audience but not by other characters.

Front

What is the climax of a play?

Back

The turning point or most intense moment in the story.

Front

What is the resolution in a play?

Back

The part of the story where conflicts are resolved.

Front

What is a monologue?

Back

A long speech by one character in a play.