12. Which phrase provides the best definition for dramatic irony?
O when something happens that surprises the audience
O when all of the audience's expectations are met
O when the audience knows something that the characters do not
when the audience doesn't understand what a character says
13. Which statement best defines theme?
O the main actions or events of the story
O the story's message or point
O the time and place of the story
O who or what the story is about
14. Which statement best explains dramatic irony?
O An author or playwright suggests a connection to other works of literature.
O Several characters join together to resolve a story's conflict.
O The audience or reader knows something that the characters do not.
The characters manage to keep a secret from the audience or reader.
15. Which statement best describes how a screenplay and play are similar?
O Both rely on lengthy descriptions of the characters and the setting.
O Both are performed and use dialogue to tell the story.
O Both rely on a narrator to tell the story and fill in the gaps.
O Both are limited to a short performance time.
16. Which two sentences explain the critical role of dialogue in a play? (Select all correct answers)
Dialogue keeps the plot moving.
Dialogue describes how the characters behave.
Dialogue provides direct characterization.
Dialogue reveals the characters' thoughts and feelings.