Talking about the arts Unit 7A solutions intermediate

An artistic dance form performed to music, using precise and highly formalized set steps and gestures.

• ballet

• play

• opera

• painting

A situation comedy.

A piece of writing in which the expression of feelings and ideas is given intensity by particular attention to diction (sometimes involving rhyme), rhythm, and imagery.

A person whose profession is acting on the stage, in films, or on television.

• conductor

• director

• sculptor

• actor

A person who writes plays.

A person who directs the performance of an orchestra or choir.

A person who supervises the actors and other staff in a film, play, or similar production.

A person who sings in operas.

• dancer

• singer

• pop singer

• opera singer

An artist who makes sculptures.

A dramatic work in one or more acts, set to music for singers and instrumentalists.

• opera

• play

• ballet

• mime