Definitions Flashcards
1
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Soliluquy
A
When an actor speaks to him/herself rather than to another actor
2
Q
Tragic protagonists
A
The main characters of tragedy plays
3
Q
Antagonist
A
Opponent or enemy
4
Q
Extended metaphor
A
A metaphor that is developed in great detail
5
Q
Hubris
A
Arrogant pride
6
Q
Unrequited love
A
Loving someone who doesn’t love you back
7
Q
Dramatic irony
A
The implicationsof a situation, speech, etc, are understood by the audience but not the actors
8
Q
Monolouge
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A monolouge is a long speech spoken by only one person
9
Q
Impetuous
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To act quickly or suddenly without thinking or being careful
10
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Volatile
A
A situation that is likely to change quickly and suddnely
