Introduction to Drama and Comedy Genres
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A character analysis explores the traits, personality, and characteristics of a character within a ______.

story

In character analysis, focus on the character's ______ rather than past actions.

present

Analyzing a character's appearance may include factors like race, age, gender, markings, height, weight, physicalities, fashion, social status, and ______.

background

A character's motivation can be analyzed by understanding if their actions are for a good cause or a bad cause, regardless of the actual ______ of the action.

<p>outcome</p> Signup and view all the answers

When analyzing a character, it's important to observe their relationships with others and how they interact with one ______.

<p>another</p> Signup and view all the answers

In character analysis, pay attention to the language use of the characters, including the tone, delivery of lines, and whether they use polite words or ______.

<p>swear</p> Signup and view all the answers

Drama: From the Greek word “dráō” which means “to do or to act”. The two masks identified with drama illustrate the classic conventional distinction between comedy and ____________.

<p>tragedy</p> Signup and view all the answers

Genres of Drama Comedy: Is a type or genre of drama that is intended to make people laugh. However, the humor is not the only quality that signifies a comedy. The main themes of a comedy are the following; Tone is lighthearted, even with serious issues, misunderstandings are amusing, a ____________ ending.

<p>happy</p> Signup and view all the answers

Farce: Is another type of drama in literature which is broadly humorous. However, there are significant differences between a comedy and a farce. The main themes of a farce are the following; Exaggerated wit and slapstick jokes, illogical plot, humor is frequently coarse and ____________.

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Tragedy: Are one of the most common and popular types of drama. Tragicomedy: Is more than just tragedy and comedy blended together. The main themes are the following; A serious plot delivered in a funny, sarcastic, or ____________ manner.

<p>snarky</p> Signup and view all the answers

Characters with tragic flaws whose acts do not result in death, there is still no joyful or ____________ ending.

<p>happy</p> Signup and view all the answers

Melodrama: Are an exaggerated kind of drama in which characters contend with exciting, passionate, and frequently ____________ situations.

<p>deadly</p> Signup and view all the answers

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