Stage Directions and Dialogue
What is dialogue in a drama?
a. The structure of the text.
b. The characters in a play.
c. The spoken word in a play (conversation).
d. The directions that show characters where to go.
c. The spoken word in a play (conversation).
After running the marathon, Sarah felt exhausted and collapsed onto the couch, too tired to move.
What does the word exhausted mean in this sentence?
a) Energized and excited
b) Very tired
c) Hungry
d) Confused
b) Very tired
What is theme?
a. The message or life lesson from a story.
b. The structure of the text.
c. The conversation between characters in a story.
d. The ending of a story.
a. The message or life lesson from a story.
What is point of view?
a. The message or life lesson from a story.
b. The structure of the text.
c. The conversation between characters in a story.
d. The perspective from which a story is told.
d. The perspective from which a story is told.
"Maria stood in front of the door, her heart racing as she tried to decide whether to confront her friend about the lie she had been told."
What type of conflict is this?
a) Internal Conflict
b) External Conflict
a) Internal Conflict
What are stage directions in a play?
a) A summary of the play.
b) A description of the setting and the actions of the characters.
c) The dialogue spoken by the characters.
d) The list of characters in the play.
b) A description of the setting and the actions of the characters.
The storm caused a deluge of water to flood the streets, leaving many homes submerged.
What does the word deluge mean in this sentence?
a) A small amount
b) A gentle breeze
c) A heavy downpour
d) A loud noise
c) A heavy downpour
Samantha had been working tirelessly on her project for weeks. When the day of the presentation arrived, she felt a sense of accomplishment and pride. Her hard work paid off when her project was praised by everyone in the room.
What is the theme of this passage?
a) The importance of teamwork
b) The rewards of perseverance and hard work
c) The fear of failure
d) The value of competition
b) The rewards of perseverance and hard work
"I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw the sunrise over the mountains."
What is the point of view of this sentence?
a) First Person
b) Third Person Limited
c) Third Person Omniscient
a) First Person
How does a header help clarify information in a text?
a) It provides a detailed description of the main idea of the section, guiding the reader’s understanding.
b) It adds extra decoration to make the text look more interesting.
c) It distracts the reader from the main topic by introducing unrelated information.
d) It uses complex vocabulary to confuse the reader and challenge their understanding.
a) It provides a detailed description of the main idea of the section, guiding the reader’s understanding.
Read the following scene from a play.
TOM. [voice cracking slightly] Are you really going to go? Just like that? Without a second chance?
JENNA. [turns toward him] You had your chances. [pauses, then more softly] I’m sorry, Tom.
[The train arrives, its lights illuminating the station. Jenna takes a deep breath, glancing at Tom one last time before stepping toward the doors.]
Based on the stage directions, where does Jenna go?
Jenna goes on the train and leaves Tom.
The professor’s erudite lecture left the students in awe, as he spoke with such depth of knowledge on the topic.
What does the word erudite mean in this sentence?
a) Casual and unimportant
b) Lacking understanding
c) Scholarly and well-educated
d) Easily distracted
c) Scholarly and well-educated
The small town had been quiet for years, with little change. However, when a new family moved in, everyone was curious about their background. Soon, the town was filled with excitement and whispers of what the newcomers would bring.
What is the theme of this passage?
a) Change brings excitement and curiosity
b) Communities are always peaceful
c) New families are always unwelcome
d) Silence and isolation are preferred by everyone
a) Change brings excitement and curiosity
"Sarah was nervous about the exam, but she knew her best friend, Mike, was confident about it."
What is the point of view of this sentence?
a) First Person
b) Third Person Limited
c) Third Person Omniscient
b) Third Person Limited
Which of the following best explains the difference between a text feature and a graphic feature in informational writing?
a) A text feature includes elements like captions, headings, and bold print, while a graphic feature includes images, charts, and maps.
b) A text feature is the same as a graphic feature, as both provide information in visual form.
c) A text feature refers only to the main body of the text, while a graphic feature refers to the supporting details.
d) A text feature is something found only in fiction, while a graphic feature is used only in non-fiction.
a) A text feature includes elements like captions, headings, and bold print, while a graphic feature includes images, charts, and maps.
TOM. [voice cracking slightly] Are you really going to go? Just like that? Without a second chance?
JENNA. [turns toward him] You had your chances. [pauses, then more softly] I’m sorry, Tom.
[The train arrives, its lights illuminating the station. Jenna takes a deep breath, glancing at Tom one last time before stepping toward the doors.]
What do the stage directions reveal about Tom's feelings?
Tom is feeling sad.
Which best explains how the word "contrast" helps clarify the meaning of "juxtaposition" in this sentence?
The artist’s work was filled with juxtaposition, often placing dark, somber colors next to vibrant, bright hues to create striking contrast.
a. The words are antonyms, showing that "juxtaposition" means "the same" and "similar".
b. The words are synonyms, showing that "juxtaposition" means "contrast" and "different".
b. The words are synonyms, showing that "juxtaposition" means "contrast" and "different".
Poem Excerpt:
"The cold wind bites at my bare skin,
Snowflakes fall like silent whispers,
Covering the earth in a blanket of white."
What is the theme of the poem based on the imagery in the excerpt?
a) The theme is about the harshness and isolation of winter.
b) The theme is about the warmth of family during winter.
c) The theme is about the beauty and stillness of nature in winter.
d) The theme is about the dangers of a snowstorm.
c) The theme is about the beauty and stillness of nature in winter.
"John walked through the crowded street, feeling overwhelmed by the noise around him, but little did he know, someone was watching from above."
What is the point of view of this sentence?
a) First Person
b) Third Person Limited
c) Third Person Omniscient
c) Third Person Omniscient
"The storm raged outside, and James struggled to find his way through the flooded streets, battling against the fierce wind and rain."
What type of conflict is this?
a) Internal Conflict
b) External Conflict
b) External Conflict
Read the following scene from a play.
TOM. [voice cracking slightly] Are you really going to go? Just like that? Without a second chance?
JENNA. [turns toward him] You had your chances. [pauses, then more softly] I’m sorry, Tom.
[The train arrives, its lights illuminating the station. Jenna takes a deep breath, glancing at Tom one last time before stepping toward the doors.]
What does the dialogue reveal about how Jenna is feeling?
Jenna feels bad for leaving Tom.
His recalcitrant attitude in the meeting made it difficult to move forward with the project, as he refused to listen to anyone’s suggestions.
What does the word recalcitrant mean in this sentence?
a) Cooperative and helpful
b) Stubbornly disobedient or resistant
c) Calm and collected
d) Excited and eager to contribute
b) Stubbornly disobedient or resistant
Poem Excerpt:
"The golden sun fades into the deep blue sea,
Waves whisper secrets to the sandy shore,
As the sky blushes with colors so free."
What is the theme of the poem based on the imagery in the excerpt?
a) The theme is about the passage of time and change.
b) The theme is about a peaceful connection with nature.
c) The theme is about the unpredictability of the sea.
d) The theme is about the power of the sun.
b) The theme is about a peaceful connection with nature.
"She stared at the clock, anxiously waiting for the moment when her boss would announce the promotion. She was sure she had earned it."
What is the point of view of this sentence?
a) First Person
b) Third Person Limited
c) Third Person Omniscient
b) Third Person Limited
"The sun sets low behind the trees,
Casting shadows on the breeze.
Nighttime whispers through the leaves.
Stars twinkle high in the sky,
As the world says its quiet goodbyes.
The moon is shining, floating by."
In the poem above, how many stanzas are there, and how many lines are in each stanza?
2 stanzas, 3 lines in each poem