Unseen Drama

Introduction

Setting & Social Context

• Setting - General Points
• Stage Notes
• Setting and Symbolism
• Dialect and Diction

Presentation of characters

• The characters aren't real
• How do I find out about the characters?
• Background Information
• Actions
• What do they say?
• Diction
• Social Status
• Mood and Tone
• Response to other characters
• Do they change during the scene?
• What is the dramatic function of the character in this scene?
• Which character am I supposed to write about?
• Analysis not commentary
• Give specific examples about the character

Development of characters, plot & theme

• Development of characters
• Development of plot
• Development of theme
• Audience response
• Use of language and mood
• End of extract

Effect of the extract on the audience

• How do the audience's feelings and attitudes develop during the course of the extract?
• Which techniques are used to influence the audience?
• Use of irony, overt, covert, comic and dramatic
• How would the extract be staged?

Comparing two extracts

• Preparing for the exam
• Focusing on the question
• Theme and Social & Cultural Context

Examination technique

• Which question should I answer?
• Planning?
• Use of quotation
• Practice writing essay plans
• Conclusion

Test It

Now you have learnt the main principles, test yourself with these sample questions. If you get stuck, go back and review the principle again.

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