Introduction to Shakespearean Drama

How is drama divided?

• acts and scenes

• paragraphs

• stanzas

• stage directions

What are stage directions?

• details of the setting and scenery

• when and where characters should appear on stage

• how characters should look, speak, and behave

• all of these

The dramatis personae, or cast, is --

• a list of characters in the play.

• the ways each character should perform.

• the family relationships in the play.

• the list of who plays each character.

The dramatis personae, or cast, is found --

• in the index of the play.

• at the beginning of the play.

• at the end of the play.

• within the play.

What makes a tragedy?

• The story has a sad ending.

• Everyone works against the main character.

• The main character suffers a lot because of fate.

• The main character suffers a fall because of a flaw.

What makes a tragic hero?

• He dies at the end.

• He falls from good fortune.

• He saves the world from tragedy.

• He is full of himself.

Which of these is a tragic flaw?

• love

• innocence

• impulsiveness

• kindness

What does a chorus do?

• Sing to the audience.

• Speak directly to the audience.

• Explain the story to the audience.

• Entertain the audience at break.

What makes a comedy?

• The story is light and amusing.

• Everyone gets married at the end.

• A very funny story.

• The story has a happy ending.

What does a satire do?

• ridicule specific kinds of people

• make fun of society

• ridicule practices and traditions

• all of these