4.2.2.1 - The Playwright's Era
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What are societal norms?
💡 Hint: Think about what is generally accepted as behavior in your culture.
How do political climates affect plays?
💡 Hint: Consider how wars or movements might inspire playwriters.
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What influences the themes in a playwright's work?
💡 Hint: Think about the rules that govern behavior in a society.
True or False: The audience's understanding of plays has remained static over time.
💡 Hint: Consider how modern themes may differ from classical ones.
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Discuss how the socio-historical context of modern plays influences a playwright's choices. Provide examples.
💡 Hint: Consider current events and how they would appeal to modern audiences.
Analyze a specific play of your choice and how it reflects its socio-historical context. Discuss themes, characters, and audience reception.
💡 Hint: Useful points might include specific historical events the play addresses or how modern perspectives have changed its interpretation.
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