ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

LITERATURE QUESTIONS

ELEMENTS OF LITERATURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following elements are unique to drama?
A
characters, stage directions, scenes
B
conflict, setting, characters
C
stage directions, scenes, monologue
D
dialogue, plot, setting
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Answer. Explanation: Drama has a plot.

Detailed explanation-2: -Aristotle wondered about many things, including drama. He came to the conclusion that there were 6 elements of drama. They are: plot, character, thought, diction, melody, and spectacle.

Detailed explanation-3: -Essentially, drama is distinct from other literature because it is performed in front of an audience by actors to tell a story, along with the use of a set, lighting, music, and costumes.

Detailed explanation-4: -noun. an instruction written into the script of a play, indicating stage actions, movements of performers, or production requirements. the art or technique of a stage director.

Detailed explanation-5: -Plot, character, tension, language and spectacle are evident in all of the best plays, TV shows and films. These elements form the basis of any great drama and it is interesting to see how different artists use them to tell a story.

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