Drama Terms

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What are stage directions?

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Stage directions are the words written in parentheses throughout a play that tell the characters how to act.

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What is the written text of a play called?

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The written text of a play is called a script.

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What is another word for 'drama'?

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Another word for 'drama' is 'play'.

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What creates the setting in a play?

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The scenery, backdrops, and furniture create the setting.

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What is the difference between dialogue and monologue?

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Dialogue is conversation between two or more characters. In a monologue, one character speaks alone.

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What is a script?

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A script is the written text of a play, including dialogue and stage directions.

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What is a character in drama?

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A character is a person or figure represented in a play.

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What is a scene in a play?

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A scene is a division of an act in a play, typically representing a specific location and time.

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What is a plot in drama?

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The plot is the sequence of events that make up the story in a play.

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What is a theme in drama?

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The theme is the central idea or message conveyed in a play.