One-Act Play Elements Quiz

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Which element of a one-act play is responsible for presenting the place, time, and environment through visual elements?

  • Theme
  • Plot
  • Setting (correct)
  • Characters

In a one-act play, what is the series and sequence of events called?

  • Dialogue
  • Technical Elements
  • Plot (correct)
  • Characters

What is the primary feature of a Proscenium Theater?

  • Lighting
  • Proscenium (correct)
  • Props
  • Costumes

What element of a one-act play involves spoken and heard conversation?

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Which technical element of a play includes clothing and accessories worn by actors?

<p>Costumes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What stage form has the audience surrounding the stage on three sides?

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What type of theater is characterized by a central stage surrounded by the audience?

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Which type of communication involves the use of one's voice and words?

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What literary device compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'?

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Which part of a script includes the title, playwright, characters, setting, and stage directions?

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In verbal communication, which of the following is NOT considered a factor to be mindful of?

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How does a metaphor differ from a simile?

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Flashcards

Setting (One-Act Play)

The visual elements that establish the play's location, time period, and atmosphere.

Plot (One-Act Play)

The sequence of events in a one-act play, including the conflict, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.

Proscenium Theater

A type of stage with a proscenium arch that frames the stage and separates it from the audience.

Dialogue (One-Act Play)

The spoken words exchanged between characters in a one-act play.

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Costumes (One-Act Play)

The clothing and accessories worn by actors in a play.

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Thrust Stage

A stage setup where the audience sits on three sides of the stage.

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Arena Theater

A stage where the audience surrounds the stage on all sides.

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Verbal Communication

Communication using verbal methods, like speaking and writing.

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Simile

A figure of speech comparing two different things using "like" or "as."

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Parts of a Script

The initial section of a script containing the title, playwright's name, list of characters, setting description, and stage directions.

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Metaphor

A figure of speech directly comparing two different things without using "like" or "as."

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Alliteration in Verbal Communication?

The term "Alliteration" refers to the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words, which is a sound device in literature. This concept is not directly related to verbal communication factors.

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