Notes in Creative Writing

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Learning Area Creative Writing Grade Level 11/12
Quarter Fourth Date May 13, 2021
I. LESSON TITLE Various Elements, Techniques, and Literary Devices of Drama
II. MOST ESSENTIAL LEARNING
COMPETENCIES (MELCs)
Identify the various elements, techniques, and literary devices in drama
III. CONTENT/CORE CONTENT Literary Elements of Drama
Technical Elements of Drama
IV. LEARNING PHASES AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES
I. Introduction (Time Frame: 30 minutes)
Learning Task 1. Using the graphic organizer below, write down the words associated with ‘drama’.
D. Development (Time Frame: 60 minutes)
Learning Task 2. Read the following statements and then choose the word/s that corresponds to each statement inside the
box. Write only the letter of the correct answer.
__________ 1. is a form of drama in which events lead to the downfall of the main character
__________ 2. any movable object that appears on stage
__________ 3. refers to words written by the playwright and spoken
by the characters in the play
__________ 4. the time and place (or when and where) of the story
__________ 5. usually the villain or opponent of the main character
__________ 6. the struggle or problem between two opposing forces
__________ 7. a person or another being in a text
__________ 8. the sequence of events in a story
__________ 9. refers to the visual elements of a play
__________ 10. long sections of a play, made up of multiple scenes, usually designed to separate the play into its main parts
B. Read and analyze the following concepts:
What is Drama?
Drama comes from the Greek word, “Dran” which means “To do” or “To Act”. Doing/Acting makes drama. It is the presentation
of actions on a stage through actors/actress before an audience. Like a short story or novel, it has a setting, characters, plot,
and even symbolism.
DRAMA
A. Plot B. Antagonist C. Setting D. Conflict
E. Dialogue F. Character G. Properties H. Scenes
I. Tragedy J. Spectacle

2. 2 Types of Drama
1. Tragedy- is a form of drama in which events lead to the downfall of the main character, often a person of great
significance, like a king or hero.
Example: Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare
2. Comedy - is a form of drama that has a happy ending. Humor comes from the dialogue and situations.
Example: The Knaves of Shakespeare
Elements of Drama
1. Literary Elements (Aristotle’s Six Elements)
1.1 Plot- refers to the action; the basic storyline of the play.
1.2 Theme refers to the message that is intended to be expressed through the story.
1.3 Characters and Actors- the people (sometimes animals or ideas)
portrayed by the actors.
1.4 Dialogue refers to words written by the playwright and spoken by the characters in the play.
Forms of Dialogue
▪ Dialogue-it is the conversation between two or more characters
▪ Monologue- is when one character delivers a speech to convey his or her thoughts, although other
characters may remain on stage in scene
▪ Soliloquy- is a speech made by one character but delivered when he or she is alone on stage
1.5 Music/Rhythm referring to the rhythm of the actors’ voice as
they speak
1.6 Spectacle – refers to the visual elements of a play: Set,
Costumes, special effects
Types of Character
1. Protagonist is the main character of a story.
2. Antagonist is the opposite of a Protagonist. Usually the villain or opponent of the main character
3. Round character are complex and undergo development.
4. Flat character are relatively uncomplicated and do not change throughout the whole story.
2. Technical Elements
2.1 Scene (Set) refers to the theatrical equipment.
2.2 Costumes refers to clothing and accessories used by actors to portray characters.
2.3 Properties any movable object that appears on stage.
2.4 Sound refers to the effects an audience hears during the performance.
2.5 Lights
2.6 Makeup includes costumes, wigs, and body paints used to transform characters.
1. Other Elements
1. Playwright-the author of a play (script)
2. Script- the written pages of a play.
Division of Script
Acts- long sections of a play, made up of multiple scenes, usually designed to separate the play into its main parts and to give
the audience a “break” from the performance.
Scenes- shorter sections of a play, usually each scene occurs in one location at a specific time. Multiple scenes make up an
act. It is often signaled by the entrance or exit of a character or change in setting or focus of the action
3. Setting - the place, together with other conditions, such as time and the
environment involved in which the events occur.
4. Conflict - the internal or external struggle that creates dramatic tension.

3. E. Engagement (Time Frame: 60 minutes)
Learning Task 3. Compare and contrast the literary elements and the technical elements of a drama using the Venn Diagram
below.
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Literary Elements Technical Elements
Learning Task 4. Study the conversation below lifted from Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare. Identify whether the line
is a monologue or a dialogue. Write your answer on the space provided.
_______1. Act Four, Scene Three: Juliet Drinks the Medicine
Juliet's room. Juliet is wearing her wedding-dress.
Juliet: They think that I'm going to marry Paris tomorrow, but they're wrong, (She takes out Father Lawrence's bottle.) When I
drink this, I'll fall asleep. They'll think I'm dead. Oh, I'm so afraid! I won't wake up for two days. When I wake up, I'll be in the tomb,
with dead bodies around me. But I must do it. Romeo will come and find me, and we'll be together again! (She drinks the
medicine and lies down on her bed.)
_______2. Act Five, Scene One: News from Verona
Romeo is walking along a street in Mantua. There are some shops in the street.
Romeo: Oh, I'm so lonely without Juliet I want to go back to Verona, but I can't go back yet. I must wait until Father Lawrence
sends a message. I'll hear some news soon, I hope.
_______3. Act Three, Scene One: More Trouble
A busy street in Verona. Some people are walking along the
street. Mercutio and Benvolio are talking.
Benvolio: It's hot today, isn't it? I don't like this weather. People feel angry when it's so hot. (Tybalt and some friends enter.)
Mercutio: Look! It's the Capulets – over there!
Benvolio: Don't start an argument, we don't want
A. Assimilation (Time Frame: 30 minutes)
Learning Task 5. Do the activity below, be guided with the following steps:
• Interview someone about their favorite drama or play; or
• Recall a recent drama/play that you have read, watch or heard.
• Asks him/her the reasons why he/she likes the drama or play.
• Look/Ask for a copy of the drama.
• Choose a part of the drama.
• Identify the various elements both literary and technical used in that particular scene chosen.
• Use the spaces provided below or you may use an additional sheet of paper.
Title:
Author:
Reasons:
Analysis:
Literary Elements in the Scene Technical Elements in the Scene

4. V. ASSESSMENT (Time Frame: 30 minutes)
(Learning Activity Sheets for Enrichment, Remediation, or Assessment to be given on Weeks 3 and 6)
Learning Task 6. Modified True or False. Write T if the sentence is true. If your answer is false, write a brief explanation why the
statement is incorrect.
__________ 1. A drama is a type of literature that is written for the purpose of being read in front of an audience.
__________ 2. Plot refers to the message that is intended to be expressed through the story.
__________ 3. Characterization is the way the playwright/author presents a character.
__________ 4. Comedy is a form of drama in which there is a display of human suffering and catharsis for the audience
__________ 5. Tragedy is a form of entertainment meant to be humorous.
__________ 6. Round character are complex and undergo development
__________ 7. Scenes usually designed to separate the play into its main parts and to give the audience a “break” from the
performance.
__________ 8. Theme is the internal or external struggle that creates dramatic tension.
__________ 9. Drama comes from the Latin word, “Dran” which means “To do” or “To Act”.
__________ 10. Drama like a short story or novel, it has a setting, characters, plot, and even symbolism.
VI. REFLECTION (Time Frame: 5 minutes)
● Communicate your personal assessment as indicated in the Learner’s Assessment Card.
Personal Assessment on Learner’s Level of Performance
Using the symbols below, choose one which best describes your experience in working on each given task. Draw it in the column
for Level of Performance (LP). Be guided by the descriptions below:
 - I was able to do/perform the task without any difficulty. The task helped me in understanding the target content/ lesson.
- I was able to do/perform the task. It was quite challenging, but it still helped me in understanding the target content/lesson.
? – I was not able to do/perform the task. It was extremely difficult. I need additional enrichment activities to be able to do/perform this
task.
Learning Task LP Learning Task LP Learning Task LP Learning Task LP
Number 1 Number 3 Number 5 Number 7 -
Number 2 Number 4 Number 6 Number 8 -
VII. REFERENCES "Elements of Drama: Characters, Plot, Setting & Symbolism." Study.com. July 13, 2013.
https://study.com/academy/lesson/elements-of-drama-characters-plot-setting-
symbolism.html.
"Dramatic Irony In Romeo And Juliet" eNotes Editorial, accesssed May 13, 2021,
https://www.enotes.com/homework-help/what-is-an-example-of-dramatic-irony-from-act-2-
337965.
Talingting, Junamy Clueh. Creative Writing: Quarter 2 – Module 1: Various Elements,
Techniques, and Literary Devices of Drama, First Edition.Louie Mark Garvida.Regional Center,
Brgy. Carpenter Hill, City of Koronadal:Department of Education – SOCCSKSARGEN.2020
Prepared by: Mary Jane H. Calandria Checked by: Cherrilyn T. Nabor
Iriz Pinuela