Shakespeare/Globe Theater/ drama terms sgm

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Where was Shakespeare born?

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Stratford upon Avon

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What is dramatic Irony?

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When the audience knows something the character doesn't.

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A character in conflict with the main character. / Secondary character, causes change in the protagonist.

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Antagonist

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How old was Shakespeare when he married and how many children did he have?

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18, 3

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A brief monologue for the audience that is unheard by other characters on the stage.

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Aside

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What is a soliloquy?

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A speech in which a character speaks their thoughts aloud, typically while alone on stage.

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Define 'protagonist'.

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The main character in a story, often facing a conflict that must be resolved.

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What is a foil character?

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A character who contrasts with another character, usually the protagonist, to highlight particular qualities.

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What is the purpose of a monologue?

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To express a character's thoughts and feelings to the audience.

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What is a theme in literature?

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The central idea or message conveyed in a literary work.