Character Development Drama

Drama

SCRIPT

Includes the characters' dialogue and stage directions. Ex. of STAAR Question:

Scene

the scene will let the reader know about the action that takes place within that single setting.

Ex. of STAAR Question:

Setting

The time and place the play/drama takes place. Helps the reader understand where the story takes place. Ex. of STAAR question:

Dialogue

Author's of playwrites/drama, use dialogue to help readers get a better understanding of the characters.

Ex. of STAAR question:

Multiple Choice

The stage directions before line 1 help the reader-

• A. determine why Billy is upset

• B. where the story will take place

• C. understand why Amber's mom is upset

• D. identify the conflict of the story

Multiple Choice

Mother's lines throughout the play suggest that she-

• A. doesn't think Abby has done a good job on her project

• B. depends on Billy and Abby to get along

• C. does not approve of Billy's comments

• D. likes to take Abby's side

Multiple Choice

Read this excerpt from the play. What can the reader infer about Abby from this excerpt?

• A. Abby thinks her mother likes her best.

• B. Abby doesn't want Billy to get in trouble.

• C. Abby envies Billy for being able to make a better project.

• D. Abby is happy Billy will get in trouble for his remarks.

Multiple Choice

In paragraph 5, the word reprimand means-

• A. praise

• B. play

• C.punish

• D.upset