4.1.1.1.2 - Pacing and Rhythm of Exchange
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What does pacing refer to in a dramatic context?
💡 Hint: Think about how characters speak.
How can pauses in dialogue affect a scene?
💡 Hint: Consider moments of silence in conversations.
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What is pacing in drama?
💡 Hint: Focus on how fast or slow characters speak.
True or False: Pauses in dialogue are ineffective in building tension.
💡 Hint: Consider moments in films where silence feels loud.
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Develop a short dialogue that intentionally fluctuates between fast-paced and slow-paced elements. Explain how each serves the characters' emotional states.
💡 Hint: Consider varying the character's emotional states.
Analyze a well-known scene from a play or film where pacing impacts the plot. Discuss how the manipulation of pacing influences audience engagement.
💡 Hint: Choose a scene from a classic drama.
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