Drama Elements

Explain the importance of character development in a play.

• Character development in a play is irrelevant and adds no value to the story

• Character development in a play is only important for secondary characters, not main ones

• Character development in a play confuses the audience and makes the plot harder to follow

• Character development in a play is important because it enhances the audience's connection to the story and themes, making the overall experience more compelling.

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.5

Identify the three main parts of a plot structure.

• exposition, rising action, climax

• cliffhanger

• resolution

• falling action

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.5

Describe a dialogue technique commonly used in dramas.

• Subtext

• Backdrop

• Monologue

• Soliloquy

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CCSS.W.6.3B

What do stage directions provide to actors and directors?

• Fashion advice

• Guidance on movement, speech, interactions, setting, props, and lighting

• Weather forecasts

• Recipes for cooking

How can conflicts be resolved in a dramatic story?

• Introduce a climax where main characters face challenges head-on and provide resolution.

• Have the conflict resolved by a minor character instead of the main characters

• Skip the conflict entirely and move to a different plot point

• Add more characters to the story without any resolution

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.5

Why is the setting of a play crucial to the overall story?

• The setting of a play only affects the costumes

• The setting of a play has no impact on character development

• The setting of a play is irrelevant to the story

• The setting of a play is crucial to the overall story because it provides context, atmosphere, and can influence character interactions and plot development.

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.5

How does character development contribute to the plot of a play?

• Character development slows down the pace of the play

• Character development adds depth and complexity to characters, influencing their actions and decisions, which in turn drives the plot forward.

• Character development makes the plot less engaging

• Character development has no impact on the plot

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.5

Discuss the significance of using effective dialogue techniques in a drama.

• Dialogue techniques in a drama only serve to confuse the audience

• Effective dialogue techniques in a drama hinder character development and plot advancement

• Using effective dialogue techniques in a drama is crucial for character development, plot advancement, tension creation, emotion conveyance, and audience engagement.

• Using effective dialogue techniques in a drama is irrelevant and unnecessary

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.5

CCSS.W.6.1A

Explain the role of stage directions in conveying the story to the audience.

• Stage directions are solely focused on the technical aspects of the production and do not contribute to storytelling.

• Stage directions are irrelevant and do not impact the audience's understanding of the story.

• Stage directions play a crucial role in conveying the story to the audience by providing details on character actions, emotions, and interactions with the setting.

• Stage directions are only used for the actors' benefit and have no effect on the audience.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.5

Describe a conflict resolution technique commonly seen in dramas.

• Violence

• Avoidance

• Sarcasm

• Compromise

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CCSS.RL.6.3