Macbeth Academic Vocab Review

What is a soliloquy in a play?

• A conversation between two characters

• A speech by the narrator

• An act of speaking one's thoughts aloud when by oneself

• A form of dance performance

What is the main focus of a tragedy?

• A happy ending for the main character

• A noble character who struggles against strong external challenges

• A light-hearted and comedic storyline

• A story with no conflicts or struggles

What does hubris refer to?

• Excessive fear or self-doubt

• Excessive laziness and lack of ambition

• Excessive pride or self-confidence; arrogance

• Excessive kindness and humility

What is dramatic irony?

• When the characters know something the reader or audience does not

• When the reader or audience knows something the characters do not

• When the characters and the audience know the same information

• When the characters and the reader know the same information

What is a monologue?

• a long speech by one actor in a play or movie, or as part of a theatrical or broadcast program.

• a poem

• A long sentence

• your mom