SKILLS LESSON: TRAGEDY, DRAMA, AND SHAKESPEARE
What is the difference between monologue and dialogue? A monologue is a conversation between at least two people; a dialogue is a long speech given by a single individual. A monologue is a speech given by a single individual; a dialogue is a conversation between at least two people. A monologue is a conversation between three characters; a dialogue is information shared only with the audience, not other characters. 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.
A monologue is a speech given by a single individual; a dialogue is a conversation between at least two people.
What is the difference between a monologue and a soliloquy? A soliloquy is spoken while alone on stage. A monologue is spoken in anger. A soliloquy is a conversation between two characters. A monologue is a conversation between a character and himself or herself.
A soliloquy is spoken while alone on stage.
How do asides work in conjunction with dramatic irony? An aside is another name for a soliloquy and helps the audience understand dramatic irony by revealing a character's inner thoughts. An aside gives the other characters more information than what the audience knows; it helps the characters see when other characters' actions might not reflect their intentions. An aside gives the audience more information than what the other characters know; it helps the audience see when a character's actions might not end up as planned. An aside is another name for a monologue and helps the audience understand dramatic irony by revealing a character's ideas to the audience and other characters.
An aside gives the audience more information than what the other characters know; it helps the audience see when a character's actions might not end up as planned.
What is the relationship between iambic pentameter and blank verse? Iambic pentameter is a form of blank verse. Blank verse is a form of verse that uses iambic pentameter. Both blank verse and iambic pentameter are types of prose. Blank verse is a type of verse, while iambic pentameter is a type of prose.
Blank verse is a form of verse that uses iambic pentameter.
What is the relationship between drama and plays? Drama is the plot of a play. Drama only occurs in a poem. Drama and plays have no relationship. Drama is the genre of literature to which plays belong.
Drama is the genre of literature to which plays belong.
Which stage direction tells a character to leave the stage? Exeunt CAESAR and his train To CALPURNIA Enter LUCIUS and LIGARIUS (with a handkerchief around his neck) Music ceases
Exeunt CAESAR and his train
Based on what you've learned about Aristotle's ideas, why is plot considered the most critical element of drama? Plot is defined by emotion. Plot is defined by the action. Plot is another name for the spectacle. Plot includes the thought and diction.
Plot is defined by the action.
Based on what you've learned during this lesson, why is it important for a drama, especially a tragedy, to address a theme?
Responses may vary but should include some or all of the following information: Drama has a special relationship with its audience. Since the audience is engaged in the action by observing the live play, they witness firsthand the imitation of life and life lessons. Due to the serious nature of their content, tragedies cannot escape being instructive; they warn against regrettable behaviors and the effects of pride.
According to Aristotle, what are the six elements of drama?
Responses may vary but should include some or all of the following information: The six elements of drama according to Aristotle are the following: 1. Plot 2. Character 3. Thought 4. Diction 5. Song 6. Spectacle Submitted
Describe the characteristics of a tragic hero.
Responses may vary but should include some or all of the following information: The tragic hero possesses the following characteristics: 1. The hero is virtuous and of high status, or noble character. 2. The hero is relatable to the audience (i.e., flawed). 3. The hero must possess "hamartia," or a tragic flaw that contributes to the downfall. A common tragic flaw is "hubris," or excessive pride. 4. The hero's downfall leads to "recognition," or a new understanding that had formerly been overlooked.
Read the excerpt below from act 3.2 of The Tragedy of Julius Caesar and answer the question that follows. ANTONY: I am no orator as Brutus is, But, as you know me all, a plain blunt man That love my friend; and that they know full well That gave me public leave to speak of him. Is this excerpt written in blank verse or prose? Explain your answer.
Responses may vary but should include some or all of the following information: This example is written in blank verse. Blank verse is defined as a verse form using unrhymed lines of iambic pentameter, with intial capitalization. Each of these four lines fits that description. Prose has no defined meter, which eliminates this passage from being labeled prose.
Read the scenario below and answer the question that follows. Tim is the king of the Kingdom of Tragedy. Quick-tempered and unkind, he admonishes the faults of his staff and takes no responsibility for his mistakes and errors. He rarely relates to his people. He is proud and is eventually deposed from his throne when his people revolt. He flees the kingdom and escapes into exile in the Kingdom of Comedy. Does this character fulfill the characteristics of a tragic hero? Explain your answer.
Responses may vary but should include some or all of the following information: Tim does not meet the requirements of a tragic hero. Though he is of noble status as a king, Tim does not relate to his people; rather, he asserts his superiority and power over them. He does, however, possess the tragic flaw of hubris (excessive pride). However, the audience needs to empathize with a tragic hero; Tim's attitude and temperament do not make him sympathetic, especially when he is deposed as a result of it.
Read the list below and complete the instruction that follows. A queen Her court Her servants Her villagers Choose the element of drama that correctly classifies the list above. plot diction song character
character
Read the scenario below and answer the question that follows. The protagonist talks aloud to the audience, without other characters' awareness, about her secret love for the antagonist. Which structure would Shakespeare use for this scenario? rhymed iambic pentameter aside prose stage directions
aside
Which structure does Shakespeare use in writing his plays? blank verse only blank verse and prose only rhymed iambic pentameter and prose only rhymed iambic pentameter, blank verse, and prose
blank verse only
Read the scenario below and answer the question that follows. During a play, the audience learns from a dialogue between two characters that they planned a surprise birthday party for another character, Lucy, on her day off from work. In the next scene, Josiah, a coworker of Lucy's, asks her to work his shift for him. She accepts. Lucy will now be working on the day of her surprise party! Which literary term does the scenario above illustrate? soliloquy dramatic irony monologue aside
dramatic irony
According to Aristotle, which device is not an element of drama? iambic pentameter plot character song
iambic pentameter
The Tragedy of Julius Caesar is classified as a __________. poem play novel short story
play
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. plot song spectacle diction
plot
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? rhymed iambic pentameter blank verse prose stage directions
prose
Read the scenario below and answer the question that follows. An angel wants to guide an unlucky character to a place of hidden fortune. Which structure would Shakespeare use for this scenario? stage directions blank verse prose rhymed iambic pentameter
rhymed iambic pentameter
Read the scenario below and answer the question that follows. During a play, Emily needs to convey her innermost thoughts about her deep love for Richard. She moves to her bedroom on the stage, away from the ears of other characters. The audience listens as she begins to express her emotions in a speech. Which type of speech fits this scenario best? aside dialogue letter soliloquy
soliloquy
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. diction song thought character
thought
