streetcar genre

Question 1

what is a melodrama?

Answer 1

a play where emotions are typically sensationalised and there is a focus on strong emotions, the play is constructed using character ‘types’

Question 2

what is realism?

Answer 2

a play that depicts believable characters facing ordinary and relatable struggles, typically using downs to earth and uncomplicated dialogue.

Question 3

what is social realism?

Answer 3

a play that draws attention to the social issues and the lives and problems faced by (often working class) people

Question 4

what is a tragedy?

Answer 4

a genre that focuses on human suffering and the unfortunate events that befall the main characters. they often end with the death or downfall of the main character.

Question 5

what is a domestic tragedy?

Answer 5

a type of drama that features middle class or lower class characters and focuses on family issues