Unit 4: Genre Study 2 – Drama

This list covers "The Case of the Magic Marker Mischief Maker" and "Dramatic Decisions: Theater Through the Ages."
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  1. indecision
    doubt concerning two or more possible alternatives
    I was filled with indecision about what I should do about this, but now I think I've found an answer.
  2. benefactor
    a person who helps people or institutions
    Good. Whatever you need, please don't hesitate to ask. In fact, think of me as your benefactor.
  3. multitude
    a large indefinite number
    I can't even count the multitude of times he's knocked my book bag off my shoulder, as if that were some kind of big joke.
  4. endeavor
    earnest and conscientious activity intended to do something
    He's probably not bullying people as much now because he has a new endeavor—writing graffiti.
  5. extensive
    broad in scope or content
    I'm not saying it's not Bucho, it's just that I need extensive evidence to prove that it is him.
  6. tentatively
    in a hesitant manner
    (BUCHO scowls and tentatively takes a step in MICKEY'S direction, but then he steps back.)
  7. empathy
    understanding and entering into another's feelings
    The audience identifies with Antigone's dilemma and feels empathy for her.
  8. entail
    impose, involve, or imply as a necessary result
    Kabuki performances entail extravagant makeup and costumes and include dancing and singing.
  9. drama
    a work intended for performance by actors on a stage
  10. dramatic
    characteristic of a stage performance
Created on Thu Nov 19 08:29:02 EST 2020 (updated Wed Nov 25 14:47:25 EST 2020)

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