ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

LITERATURE QUESTIONS

ELEMENTS OF LITERATURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Drama
A
a short introduction at the beginning of a play that gives a brief overview of the plot
B
a story written to be acted for an audience
C
a writer or speaker says one thing, but really means something completely different
D
character who is used as a contrast to another character; writer sets off/intensifies the qualities of 2 characters this way
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A drama is a story written to be performed by actors in front of an audience. The script of a dramatic work, or play, includes stage directions that explain how characters should look, speak, move, and behave. They also might specify details on the setting and scenery, such as lighting, props, and sound effects.

Detailed explanation-2: -A drama is a type of narrative writing that is meant to be performed in front of an audience.

Detailed explanation-3: -A play is a work of drama, usually consisting mostly of dialogue between characters and intended for theatrical performance rather than just reading. The writer of a play is called a playwright.

Detailed explanation-4: -drama a story intended to be performed in front of an audience.

Detailed explanation-5: -There are four types of drama, they are comedy, tragedy, tragicomedy and melodrama. These genres originated in different times, but each of them has its own characteristics. However, all of them have their place in modern culture and should be appreciated. Read the article and freshen up your knowledge of drama!

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