Playscript Quiz

What is a playscript?

• A short story

• A type of novel

• A poem written for actors

• A form of literature for performance

What makes playscripts unique?

• They are always written in verse

• They rely on collaboration for performance

• They are read silently

• They are only for children

What do plays often reflect?

• Historical events only

• Scientific theories

• Society and culture

• Mathematical concepts

What is included in the format of a playscript?

• Chapters and paragraphs

• Acts and scenes

• Stanzas and verses

• Footnotes and references

What do stage directions provide?

• Guidance for actors and directors

• A summary of the play

• Character backstories

• A list of themes

What are character names in a playscript typically?

• Written in lowercase

• Underlined

• Bolded and capitalized

• Italicized

What is the central element of playscripts?

• Character thoughts

• Setting details

• Dialogue

• Narrative description

What is a monologue?

• A type of stage direction

• A speech by a single character

• A scene with no dialogue

• A speech by multiple characters

What does dramatic irony create?

• A humorous effect

• A clear understanding of the plot

• Suspense and anticipation

• Confusion among characters

What is foreshadowing?

• A character's internal conflict

• A type of character development

• Hints at future events

• A form of dialogue