Elements of Drama Review

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A piece of writing that tells a story through dialogue and action and is meant to be performed is called a

.

Multiple Choice

What is the written text of a play or movie called?

• Script

• Dialogue

• Novel

• Screenplay

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the role of a playwright?

• The person who directs the play

• The author or writer of the play

• The main actor in the play

• The person who designs the set

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The

is the group of actors performing in a play or film.

Open Ended

How do the terms 'act' and 'scene' help organize a play?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are usually spoken by actors in a play?

• Stage directions

• Dialogue

• Lighting cues

• Sound effects

Multiple Choice

What is the main purpose of stage directions in a play?

• To provide dialogue for the actors

• To describe the setting

• To instruct actors on what to do or create special effects

• To list the cast members