Drama STAAR Review

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What should you do with stage directions during a drama reading?

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You should read the stage directions as they provide important context and instructions for the performance.

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What is a person who performs a role in a play called?

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An actor.

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What is the area where actors perform called?

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The stage.

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What are the main parts of a plot structure in order?

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Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.

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What is a drama?

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A story or play that is acted out using characters in situations that imitate real life.

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What is the purpose of stage directions in a drama?

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Stage directions guide actors on how to move and deliver their lines, and help the audience understand the setting and actions.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The climax is the most intense or exciting part of the story, where the main conflict reaches its peak.

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What is the resolution in a plot?

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The resolution is the part of the story where the conflict is resolved and the story comes to a close.

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Who is a playwright?

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A playwright is a person who writes plays.

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What is the difference between a scene and a setting?

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A scene is a specific part of a play that takes place in one location, while the setting refers to the time and place in which the story occurs.