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What is a script?
What is a script?
- A set of directions for the director and actors (correct)
- A sequence of events in a play
- A story acted out for an audience
- A set of directions for the audience
Why is it important to have a fundamental understanding of characters and story before writing a script?
Why is it important to have a fundamental understanding of characters and story before writing a script?
- To confuse the audience
- To ensure a logical and compelling unfolding of the story (correct)
- To drive the storyline too soon
- To make the audience bored
What is the protagonist in a play?
What is the protagonist in a play?
- The audience rooting for someone
- The character driving the story forward (correct)
- The character that opposes the protagonist
- The character introducing the conflict
What is the role of the antagonist in a play?
What is the role of the antagonist in a play?
Why should details be worked out before beginning to write a script?
Why should details be worked out before beginning to write a script?
What is the event that creates the conflict for the protagonist and antagonist?
What is the event that creates the conflict for the protagonist and antagonist?
Which part of a play contains the events that lead to the climax?
Which part of a play contains the events that lead to the climax?
What are the three main parts of a script?
What are the three main parts of a script?
Which part of a play is described as the 'last stand' between the protagonist and antagonist?
Which part of a play is described as the 'last stand' between the protagonist and antagonist?
What is the purpose of stage directions in a script?
What is the purpose of stage directions in a script?