Analyzing the Structure of Drama

Exploring the Elements of Drama

A concise exploration of the key components that make up a compelling dramatic performance

Elements of Drama

• Plot: The structure of the story; the main sequence of events

• Setting: Where & when the story takes place

Multiple Choice

What does the plot of a story refer to?

• The main sequence of events in the story

• The characters in the story

• The setting of the story

• The conflict in the story

Elements of Drama: Dialogue

• Dialogue: Spoken parts between two or more actors
• Drama: A story told through words, actions, movement, and/or song

Multiple Choice

Which element of drama involves spoken parts between two or more actors?

• Dialogue

• Drama

• Actions

• Movement

Elements of Drama

• Theme: The message or purpose of the show

• Characters: People, animals, or objects in the story

• Conflict: The problem or struggle in the story

Multiple Choice

Which element of drama refers to the problem or struggle in the story?

• Theme

• Plot

• Conflict

• Dialogue

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a theme?

• Never judge a book by its cover.

• The girl couldn't walk any farther.

• A dog an a rabbit compete in a race to see who is faster.

• The wind was whipping like a jumprope.

Elements of Drama

• Script: The written text of the drama
• Stage Directions: Tells the actor what to do/how to move; unspoken

Multiple Choice

What are stage directions in drama?

• The written text of the drama

• Tells the actor what to do/how to move; unspoken

• The emotions portrayed by the actors

• The background music played during the performance