4.2.1.2 - Stage Directions: The Playwright's Instructions
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What is a stage direction?
💡 Hint: Think about what the director or actors need to know.
Name one element that stage directions convey.
💡 Hint: Consider what might describe the scenery.
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What do stage directions provide for a play?
💡 Hint: Think about what guidance a director needs.
True or False: Stage directions are spoken out loud during the performance.
💡 Hint: Consider how the script is structured.
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Create a set of stage directions for a scene where a character discovers a hidden secret in an old house. Include setting, actions, and tone.
💡 Hint: Think about what conveys both the setting and the character's emotions.
Reflect on a favorite play you’ve seen. Describe how stage directions contributed to the experience and understanding of the characters and plot.
💡 Hint: Consider a moment where the actions made the scene memorable.
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