Screenplay Writing

What is the correct format for a scene heading in a screenplay?

• INT. KITCHEN - DAY

• INT KITCHEN, DAY

• INSIDE KITCHEN - DAYTIME

• INTERIOR: KITCHEN - DAY

In screenplay writing, what does the term 'parenthetical' refer to?

• A description of the setting

• An action performed by a character

• A direction for how a line of dialogue should be delivered

• The main idea of the scene

What is the primary purpose of action lines in a screenplay?

• To describe the thoughts of a character

• To provide exposition and backstory

• To describe what is seen and heard on screen

• To set up the punchline of a joke

When writing character introductions, what is important to include?

• Full character biography

• Age and personality traits

• Physical description and essence of the character

• The character's complete backstory

What does 'EXT.' in a screenplay scene heading indicate?

• The scene takes place in an extreme location

• The scene is extended

• The scene takes place outside

• The scene is extra

What is the purpose of dialogue in a screenplay?

• To provide a break from action

• To reveal character and advance the plot

• To describe the setting

• To provide background music

What does 'FADE IN:' in a screenplay indicate?

• The beginning of a scene

• The end of a scene

• A transition between scenes

• The climax of the story

What does 'INT.' in a screenplay scene heading indicate?

• The scene takes place in an intense location

• The scene takes place inside

• The scene is interrupted

• The scene is interesting

What does 'FADE OUT:' in a screenplay indicate?

• The beginning of a scene

• The end of a scene

• A transition between scenes

• The climax of the story