4.2.2 - Connecting Dramatic Works to their Socio-Historical Contexts: Plays as Cultural Artifacts
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Practice Questions
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Define what a socio-historical context means in relation to dramatic works.
💡 Hint: Think about the events and societal norms of the time when the play was written.
What is an audience's expectation?
💡 Hint: Consider what you expect when attending a theatre performance.
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What does socio-historical context refer to?
💡 Hint: Think about how societal norms shape literature.
True or False: Audience expectations do not influence the interpretation of a play.
💡 Hint: Consider how personal beliefs shape reactions to a performance.
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Evaluate how the unique socio-historical context of a 20th-century play might affect its themes compared to a play from the 19th century.
💡 Hint: Think about major events that defined the 20th century.
Discuss the significance of adaptations in sustaining the relevance of classic works with specific examples.
💡 Hint: Consider how a classic might address present-day concerns differently than it did in its own time.
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