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What are the six elements of drama according to Aristotle?
What are the six elements of drama according to Aristotle?
- Conflict, symbolism, climax, resolution, dialogue, monologue
- Plot, characters, thought, diction, music, spectacle (correct)
- Plot, theme, setting, tone, staging, character development
- Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution, denouement
How does prose differ from drama?
How does prose differ from drama?
- Prose is performed on stage with actors while drama is read by the audience.
- Prose is written in a script format while drama is written in paragraph form.
- Prose relies on dialogue and action while drama relies on descriptive narrative.
- Prose can be either fiction or nonfiction while drama is exclusively fictional. (correct)
What is the primary medium of language used in prose?
What is the primary medium of language used in prose?
- Monologue
- Description
- Dialogue (correct)
- Stage directions
Which element is unique to drama when compared to prose?
Which element is unique to drama when compared to prose?
How are scripts and prose writing different?
How are scripts and prose writing different?
What is the purpose of a script in a play?
What is the purpose of a script in a play?
Which component is NOT part of the plot structure in a play?
Which component is NOT part of the plot structure in a play?
What does the term 'protagonist' refer to in a drama?
What does the term 'protagonist' refer to in a drama?
What does an 'aside' refer to in a play?
What does an 'aside' refer to in a play?
How does music contribute to a play's performance?
How does music contribute to a play's performance?
How does the period of time impact a story?
How does the period of time impact a story?
What do stage directions in a play typically include?
What do stage directions in a play typically include?
Why are symbols considered significant in a play?
Why are symbols considered significant in a play?
How do costumes contribute to understanding the setting in a play?
How do costumes contribute to understanding the setting in a play?
What purpose do stage directions serve in a play script?
What purpose do stage directions serve in a play script?
