What does the cast of characters tell us?

The cast of characters tells us who is in the play.

What do stage directions tell the actors and others?

Stage directions tell actors and others what to do on stage.

The character's names are in all capital letters to make sure the actor playing the character notices it.

Grade 3rd Grade · ELA · 45 min

I can explain why a play is called a drama.

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The elements of a drama | Reading | Khan Academy

3 key concepts

1
A drama, also known as a play, is a type of story that is meant to be performed.
2
A play includes a cast of characters which tells us who is in the play, and is divided into scenes, like chapters in a book.
3
Stage directions tell the actors what to do on stage, while the lines of dialogue are what the actors say aloud.

11 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer & True/false

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“Why is a play called a drama? Explain in your own words.”

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