Dramatic techniques

Question 1

Dramatic techniques

Soliloquy

Answer 1

Dramatic techniques

character alone speaking thoughts → reveals motives

Question 2

Dramatic techniques

Aside

Answer 2

Dramatic techniques

speech unheard by others → dramatic irony, secrecy

Question 3

Dramatic techniques

Dramatic irony

Answer 3

Dramatic techniques

audience knows more → tension, engagement

Question 4

Dramatic techniques

Dramatic irony

Answer 4

Dramatic techniques

audience knows more → tension, engagement

Question 5

Dramatic techniques

Dialogue

Answer 5

Dramatic techniques

conversation → shows relationships & power

Question 6

Dramatic techniques

Monologue

Answer 6

Dramatic techniques

extended speech → authority, persuasion

Question 7

Dramatic techniques

Entrances/exits

Answer 7

Dramatic techniques

stage movement → controls tension, power shifts

Question 8

Dramatic techniques

Juxtaposition

Answer 8

Dramatic techniques

contrasting characters/scenes → highlights themes (Ariel vs Caliban)

Question 9

Dramatic techniques

Foil characters

Answer 9

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opposites → emphasise traits

Question 10

Dramatic techniques

Subplot

Answer 10

Dramatic techniques

secondary storyline → mirrors main themes

Question 11

Dramatic techniques

Cyclical structure

Answer 11

Dramatic techniques

ending mirrors beginning → sense of resolution

Question 12

Dramatic techniques

Masque

Answer 12

Dramatic techniques

play-within-play spectacle → illusion, fragility of power

Question 13

Dramatic techniques

Songs/music (Ariel)

Answer 13

Dramatic techniques

lyrical elements → magical, supernatural atmosphere