Elements of Drama 2.0

Front

What is the text of the play called?

Back

script

Front

Which element of drama tells the actor what he/she should DO?

Back

Stage Directions

Front

What is an example of stage directions?

Back

(Jim moves away from the boat.)

Front

What is the term for the spoken words of the characters in a play?

Back

dialogue

Front

What do we call the time and place of a play?

Back

setting

Front

What is the term for a long speech by one character in a play?

Back

monologue

Front

What are the people in a play called?

Back

characters

Front

What is the main problem or conflict in a play called?

Back

plot

Front

What are the written instructions for actors and stage crew called?

Back

stage directions

Front

What is the term for a division of a play into smaller parts?

Back

act