Tips for the Drama Section (Grade 10 NSC Matric English FAL): Flashcards

Central idea or message running through the play

Playwright's purpose/reason for writing the play

Attitude of playwright/character towards subject/situation

Emotional atmosphere created for the audience

Playwright's word choice; reveals character background/emotions

Describing events on stage, plot, setting, character actions

Interpreting what's happening beneath the surface

Forming opinions supported with evidence from text

Conflict, rising action, climax, resolution

Objects/actions representing deeper meanings beyond literal