Elements of Drama

Front

What are the lines spoken by the characters in a play?

Back

Dialogue

Front

What is a story that is written to be performed or acted out?

Back

Drama

Front

What do we call an unhappy ending in a story?

Back

Tragedy

Front

What do we call a happy ending in a story?

Back

Comedy

Front

What is the central message the author wants to convey to the audience?

Back

Theme

Front

What are the instructions for actors on how to perform a scene called?

Back

Stage Directions

Front

What is the time and place in which a story occurs?

Back

Setting

Front

What is the sequence of events in a story called?

Back

Plot

Front

What type of drama often includes humor and ends happily?

Back

Comedy

Front

What type of drama often deals with serious themes and ends sadly?

Back

Tragedy