Dramatic Significances - Othello - ENG Gr10

1

\[!\] Establish setting (time/place)

2

\[!\] Reveal Character or show development of a character

3

\[!\] Advance the action of the play (plot) - Conflict (Internal/External)

4

\[!\] Introduce or develop an idea (theme)

5

Establish relationships between characters/relationships changing

6

Establish, change, or contrast the mood

7

Give background information about events occurring before action of the play

8

Give information about events occurring offstage which cannot be shown onstage

9

Foreshadow coming events

10

Afford a relief of tension (comedic relief/character)

11

Direct Audience’s sympathies toward a certain character (connection between character + audience)