Understanding Drama Elements and 'Death and the Maiden'

What is the primary focus of the video presented by Andrew and Dave?

• Discussing the history of drama

• Analyzing a novel by Ariel Dorfman

• Exploring key features of drama

• Reviewing a movie adaptation

Which element of drama involves the playwright's instructions for actors and stage crew?

• Lighting

• Plot

• Stage Directions

• Dialogue

What does the acronym 'STEEL' help to analyze in drama?

• Sound effects

• Stage design

• Characterization

• Plot development

Which element of drama is primarily responsible for advancing the plot?

• Lighting

• Props

• Dialogue

• Sound

What is the significance of props in a play?

• They are used to create sound effects

• They determine the lighting

• They symbolize greater ideas

• They are part of the dialogue

What is the central theme of 'Death and the Maiden'?

• A science fiction story about time travel

• A historical drama about the Chilean revolution

• A romantic comedy set in Chile

• A political thriller about justice and trauma

In 'Death and the Maiden', what does the character Paulina suspect about the Good Samaritan?

• He is her long-lost brother

• He is a famous actor

• He is her former torturer

• He is a government official

How does the play 'Death and the Maiden' begin in terms of plot structure?

• With the exposition

• With the falling action

• With the resolution

• With the climax

What role does lighting play in the opening scene of 'Death and the Maiden'?

• It focuses on the historical context

• It creates a sense of unease and tension

• It highlights the comedic elements

• It emphasizes the romantic subplot

What atmosphere is created by the combination of dramatic elements in the opening scene of 'Death and the Maiden'?

• A tense and anxious atmosphere

• A calm and peaceful atmosphere

• A chaotic and confusing atmosphere

• A light-hearted and humorous atmosphere