4.2.2 - Key Functions of Dialogue (In-depth)
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Practice Questions
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What is one way dialogue can reveal a character's personality?
💡 Hint: Think about how different characters might speak.
How does dialogue help in advancing the plot?
💡 Hint: Consider how key facts help move the story forward.
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What function of dialogue primarily lets readers learn about a character's background?
💡 Hint: Think about what helps a reader understand a character's motivations.
True or False: Dialogue should include long passages of information with no conflict.
💡 Hint: What do we want dialogue to accomplish in storytelling?
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Construct a dialogue scene involving three characters with conflicting viewpoints. Explain how their differing speech styles enhance understanding of their personalities.
💡 Hint: Use distinct vocabulary or phrases for each character that echo their traits.
Analyze a dialogue excerpt from a known novel. Identify its key functions and describe how it could improve by adding subtext.
💡 Hint: Look for areas where a character's feelings could be implied rather than stated.
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