My Love Charlie,
I miss you. I know you said to stay strong and to take care of the family for you, but it is hard. Not a day goes by that I don’t think of you. I hear the sound of marching boots in my dreams, wondering if you’ll ever come home. Every time the doorbell rings, I’m scared to answer for fear of bad news. Don’t think I’m not proud of you love, our country needs you. You trained hard and worked harder, being more than just a soldier to most. Charlie, please do your best to make it home and meet your son. He has red hair, and brown eyes just like his father. I hope this letter (with pictures included) reaches you in good time, and that you may find joy and comfort within. We miss and love you so much.
From your Love,
-Catherine and baby Jake.

"Letters" by Maddie Hazeu

Refer to "Letters" to complete the following activities on the Elements of Drama.

The feeling or mood created
by the dramatic action.

Atmosphere

Role: The point of view and
values of a character.
Character: Their personality,
background & motivation.

Role and Character

Elements of Drama

The shape of the stage/performance space & use of the spatial design between performers & the audience.

Space

The actor-audience relationship. How are you using your body positioning, physical performance and voice to engage the audience?

Audience Engagement

Elements of Drama

Meaning created through symbols via language, movement, gesture, objects, design and staging.

Symbolism

The force that engages the
performers & the audience.

Tension

Elements of Drama