background
Expressionism began as a movement in this country
What is Germany?
The show “Death of a Salesman” can defined as both a realistic and expressionistic show. It is written by this playwright
Who is Arthur Miller?
Expressionistic plays are set inside this character‘s head
What is Window Character?
Characters are typically given a generic name and represent __
What are abstract qualities?
Express has many elements of symbolism. These two features set it apart
What are tone and one-sidedness?
Expressionism takes subjectivity to the furthest it can go, therefore turning the outer world into the __ of the window character which distorts the reality
What is inner state?
Many expressionistic shows begin with a __ world to give clues about the window character.
What is objective?
The form of an expressionistic play is typically
What is Representational?
The German word Schrei is often used to characterize these plays. In English, this word means
What is scream?
A window character is the __ that the story is viewed through.
What is point of view?
Expressionism is more about this than the true world
What is Personal Opinion?
The language used in expressionistic shows is typically
What is Stylized?
Expressionism developed because of this
What is resistance of strict, traditional values?
Expressionist shows often define clearly what the author believes is wrong with the world. By looking at the dark, repressive side of life the playwright wants the audience to
What is be aware of the problem?
This is one of expressionism’s chief traits
What is subjectivity?
Generally, Expressionistic shows are typically shorter than a realistic play, a series of short scenes, and following a __
What is journey/quest?