Oedipus Flashcards
Why was drama written ?
To be preformed
Dialogue
Conversation between two or more characters
Stage directions
Words in a play that describe an actors role apart from the dialogue, dealing with movements, attitudes, gestures, and so on.
Stage setting
Is the production of a play, scenery, and props.
Staging
Overall production of a play in performance: the sets, costumes, lighting, sound, music, acting, pace, and so on.
Aside
Brief comment spoken by actor to the audience
Catharsis
Aristotle’s term for the emotional reaction or “purgation” that takes place in a audience watching a tragedy.
What is the main difference between drama and other literary genres?
Drama differs from other literary genres in that there is no narrator present.
How did Oedipus save Thebes
By leaving his home in Corinth. Oedipus has defeated the riding Sphinx, saved the seven-gated city of Thebes and married queen Jocasta
What is the difference between tragedy and comedy as represented by masks?
They are 2 genres of literatures main difference is that comedy is a humorous story with a happy ending while tragedy is a serious story with a sad ending.
Define tragic hero
A tragic hero is the protagonist of a tragedy.
How are the elements of drama different from short stories?
Drama is depicting a true story. Short stories are fiction. Drama is usually not made to make ppl laugh, it is meant to be taken seriously. Short stories are for entertainment purposes.
What is the difference between the plot of a short story and a novel
A short story can be impactful without a strong plot, but a full-length novel relies heavily on a well thought-out plot line.
Why are characters vital to drama
Characters serve as the driving force in your story. Your characters create and push your plot forward.
What are the three main functions of dialogue
- establish the tone and atmosphere of a scene.
- reveal your characters.
- advance your storyline.
