Drama Vocabulary Flashcards

These flashcards cover essential vocabulary related to drama and its elements, useful for exam preparation.

Antagonist

The character or force that opposes the protagonist in a narrative.

Protagonist

The main character in a story, often perceived as the 'good guy'.

Conflict

A struggle between opposing forces; can be internal or external.

Dialogue

Conversation between two or more characters.

Irony

A literary device where the intended meaning is different from the actual meaning; includes verbal, situational, and dramatic irony.

Monologue

An extended speech by one character, often revealing their thoughts or feelings.

Soliloquy

A dramatic device in which a character speaks their thoughts aloud while alone on stage.

Tragic Flaw

A character defect that leads to the downfall of the protagonist.

Stereotype

A conventionally held opinion or over-simplified conception of a person or group.

Foil

A character that contrasts with another character, usually the protagonist, to highlight particular qualities.

Comedy

A genre of drama that is light-hearted and often has a happy ending.

Tragedy

A dramatic composition that deals with serious themes and often involves a noble character's downfall.

Tragicomedy

A genre that combines elements of both tragedy and comedy.

Stage Directions

Instructions in the script of a play that give details about movement, emotions, and setting.

Dramatic Irony

A situation in which the audience knows more about the events of a story than the characters do.

Character Types

Various classifications of characters such as round, flat, dynamic, and static.

Cosmic Irony

The idea that fate, the universe, or a deity manipulates events to the protagonist's disadvantage.

Stock/Stereotype Characters

Familiar characters recognized due to their frequent roles in specific contexts.

Exposition

Background information provided in a narrative to inform the audience.