Drama Review

Mr. Frank: It’ll be hard, I know. But always remember this, Anneke. There are no walls, there are no bolts, no locks that anyone can put on your mind. Miep will bring us books. We will read history, poetry, mythology. (With his arm about her, they go over to the couch, sitting down side by side.) As a matter of fact, between us, Anne, being here has certain advantages for you. For instance, you remember the battle you had with your mother the other day on the subject of overshoes? You said you’d rather die than wear overshoes. But in the end you had to wear them? Well now, you see, for as long as we are here you will never have to wear overshoes! Isn’t that good? And the piano! You won’t have to practice on the piano. I tell you, this is going to be a fine life for you! (Anne’s panic is gone.)

Which stage directions show us that Mr. Frank has calmed Anne down?

Mr. Frank: It’ll be hard, I know. But always remember this, Anneke. There are no walls, there are no bolts, no locks that anyone can put on your mind. Miep will bring us books. We will read history, poetry, mythology. (With his arm about her, they go over to the couch, sitting down side by side.) As a matter of fact, between us, Anne, being here has certain advantages for you. For instance, you remember the battle you had with your mother the other day on the subject of overshoes? You said you’d rather die than wear overshoes. But in the end you had to wear them? Well now, you see, for as long as we are here you will never have to wear overshoes! Isn’t that good? And the piano! You won’t have to practice on the piano. I tell you, this is going to be a fine life for you! (Anne’s panic is gone.)

What can you tell about Anne’s relationship with her father from the dialogue and stage directions?

How do the stage directions from the beginning of the play, A Doll's House, add to the meaning of the text? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY.

ACT I [SCENE.--A room furnished comfortably and tastefully...The floors are carpeted, and a fire burns in the stove. It is winter. A bell rings in the hall...Enter Nora, humming a tune and in high spirits...She leaves the outer door open after her, and through it is seen a Porter who is carrying a Christmas Tree and a basket, which he gives to the Maid who has opened the door.]

How does the author use stage directions in the play, The Anniversary, to add to the meaning of the text?

KHIRIN. [Rudely] As it’s an anniversary, Andrey...I’ll ask for a special favour. Please...don’t interfere in my family life.

What BEST EXPLAINS why a character speaks in an "aside"?

What BEST EXPLAINS why an author would include a soliloquy in a drama?

Based on this excerpt from Shakespeare's play, Othello, how does the use of stage directions help readers better understand the text?

IAGO. Awake...thieves! thieves!...

[Brabantio appears above at a window.]

BRABANTIO. What is the reason of this terrible summons?

How does the use of stage directions below from Act 3 of the play, The Importance of Being Earnest, add to the meaning of the text?

Lady Bracknell. ...who is that young person whose hand my nephew Algernon is now holding?...

Algernon. I am engaged to be married to Cecily, Aunt Augusta...

Lady Bracknell. ...I merely desire information... [Jack looks perfectly furious, but restrains himself.]

How is the purpose of drama different from the purpose of other types of fiction?

How does the author's use of an "aside" in an excerpt from a student play below add to the meaning of the text?

[loud noise]

Michael. Did you hear that? I think there is an animal in the garage! [loud noise]

Russell. Yes, I heard it. I think you’re right. It could be a raccoon, or maybe a squirrel...

Michael. Quick, do something!

Russell. [aside] Well, I guess this problem isn’t going to fix itself. [cautiously walks outside to investigate the noise]