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What is the relationship between drama and plays?

A
Drama is the plot of a play.
B
Drama only occurs in a poem.
C
Drama and plays have no relationship.
D
Drama is the genre of literature to which plays belong.
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What is the difference between a monologue and a soliloquy?

A
A soliloquy is spoken while alone on stage.
B
A monologue is spoken in anger.
C
A soliloquy is a conversation between two characters.
D
A monologue is a conversation between a character and himself or herself.
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Read the scenario below and answer the question that follows. A courageous knight rescues a fair maiden from the evil clutches of a wicked witch. On their return journey to his kingdom, they encounter and triumph over countless dragons and obstacles. Choose the element of drama that correctly classifies the scenario above.

A
plot
B
song
C
spectacle
D
diction
4

What is the difference between monologue and dialogue?

A
A monologue is a conversation between at least two people; a dialogue is a long speech given by a single individual.
B
A monologue is a speech given by a single individual; a dialogue is a conversation between at least two people.
C
A monologue is a conversation between three characters; a dialogue is information shared only with the audience, not other characters.
D
A monologue is a conversation between three characters; a dialogue is the innermost thoughts of the character shared in a speech given by a single individual.
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The Tragedy of Julius Caesar is classified as a __________.

A
poem
B
play
C
novel
D
short story
6

Read the scenario below and complete the instruction that follows. The play examines the effect regret has on human relationship as the humility that is required to repair damages done. Choose the element of drama that classifies this scenario best.

A
diction
B
song
C
thought
D
character
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Based on what you’ve learned about Aristotle’s ideas, why is plot considered the most critical element of drama?

A
Plot is defined by emotion.
B
Plot is defined by the action.
C
Plot is another name for the spectacle.
D
Plot includes the thought and diction.
8

Which structure does Shakespeare use in writing his plays?

A
blank verse only
B
blank verse and prose only
C
rhymed iambic pentameter and prose only
D
rhymed iambic pentameter, blank verse, and prose
9

According to Aristotle, which device is not an element of drama?

A
iambic pentameter
B
plot
C
character
D
song
10

Read the scenario below and answer the question that follows. Artemidorus writes a letter to warn Caesar about the plot against his life. Which structure would Shakespeare use for this scenario?

A
rhymed iambic pentameter
B
blank verse
C
prose
D
stage directions

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