Dramatic Literature Unit 1 Test Review

Identify the option that is NOT how a theme helps you understand.

A serious play that deals with important themes, typically ending in a sad or disastrous conclusion. 

Identify the option that is NOT one of the origins of drama.

Define Dialogue.

Identify the origin of drama that is the birth ofWestern drama, with playwrights like Sophoclesand Euripides.

The main character, central, is the good one in a story or novel. 

Which of the following best describes the setting of a story?

Some literary conflicts take the form of acharacter struggling to overcome fear, make animportant decision, etc.

Define Theme.

The central issue or challenge the characters face.

This character fights against the her, of a story or novel. This character can be destructive, bad or evil.

A long speech by one character, oftenrevealing thoughts or emotions.

They can recognize, change, develop, and adjust to situations. They are complex.

Identify the option that is an example of Internal Conflict.

Identify the definition for External Conflict.

Exaggerated, emotional plays often focused on conflict between good and evil.

A drama based on historical events or figures(e.g., Shakespeare’s Richard III).

Identify the author of Hamilton.

Identify the origin of drama that is the transition from classical forms to more contemporary playwrights.

Identify the option that is an intangible noun.

A speech given by a character alone on stage, expressing inner thoughts.

In many stories, the protagonist battles an unjustelement of government or culture.

A play that aims to entertain and amuse,often featuring humorous situations or characters.

Identify the author of Mamma Mia!

Identify the definition of Internal Conflict.

Identify the author of A Streetcar names Desire.

A genre of writing that tells a story through dialogue and action, primarily intended for performance on stage.

Indicates the writer's attitude and is often described using adjectives.

Identify the author of The Crucible.

Define Stage Directions.

They do not change, develop, or grow in the story. They usually have one or two traits and can be summed up easily.

Identify the option that is a tangible noun.