Learning Area Creative Writing Grade Level 11/12

W2 Quarter Fourth Date May 13, 2021

I. LESSON TITLE Various Elements, Techniques, and Literary Devices of Drama
II. MOST ESSENTIAL LEARNING
Identify the various elements, techniques, and literary devices in drama
COMPETENCIES (MELCs)
III. CONTENT/CORE CONTENT Techniques in Drama
Common Literary Devices Used in Drama
IV. LEARNING PHASES AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES
I. Introduction (Time Frame: 15 minutes)
Learning Task 1. Change the underlined words in the sentences below to create more vivid and imaginative sentences:

1. Amanda ate the hamburger.

2. I had a nice time at the park.
3. The weather was bad during the summer holidays.
4. I was tired after I ran three miles.
5. She said she was hurt.

D. Development (Time Frame: 60 minutes)

Read and analyze the following concepts:

Techniques in Drama
1. Vocal Dynamics – actors need to expand their vocal toolbox and learn about the ways that range, pitch, and pronunciation
which affect performance.

2. Body Language and Mannerisms - actors bring their characters to life by moving, reacting, and even standing in nuanced
ways that are natural for their character.

3. Use and Awareness of Space - actors need to be aware not just of your “marks” on stage, but also of the actors who must
interact with or move past you.

4. Improvisational Techniques refers to the on-the-spot creativity of the actors.

Common Literary Devices Used in Drama

• Figures of speech – words that goes its literal meaning

1. Metaphor - refers to a meaning or identity ascribed to one subject by way of another. In a metaphor, one subject is
implied to be another so as to draw a comparison between their similarities and shared traits.
For example:
a rose (object) is substituted for love (feeling)
“Henry was a lion on the battlefield.”

2. Similes referring to the practice of drawing parallels or comparisons between two unrelated and dissimilar things,
people, beings, places and concepts. Similes are marked by the use of the words ‘as’ or ‘such as’ or ‘like
For example:
He is like a mouse in front of the teacher.

3. Imagery - the author’s attempt to create a mental picture in the mind of the reader. It appeals to the senses.
For example:
Visual imagery - It was dark in the forest…
Olfactory Imagery (smell) – She whiffed the sweet aroma of his drink
Tactile Imagery (touch) - She held it with her rough hand the
soft pillow.
 4. Symbolism - when an object is meant to be representative of something or an idea greater than the object itself or it
is the frequent use of words, places, characters, or objects that mean something beyond what they are on a literal
level.
For example: a writer uses the word ‘blood’ once its meaning will
be confined to that instance in which it is used.
In Romeo and Juliet ‘blood’ refers to all the following and
more themes: violence, youth, passion, family ties.

5. Dramatic Irony – involves the reader (or audience) knowing something about what's happening in the plot, about
which the character(s) have no knowledge.
For example:
From Romeo and Juliet
“Alack, there lies more peril in thine eye / Than twenty of their swords! Look thou but sweet, / And I am proof against
their enmity” (act 2, scene 2).
Romeo tries to reassure Juliet by claiming he is invincible to her family's hostility, but the audience knows that the young
lovers are doomed to die as a result of the feud.

6. Foreshadowing refers to the use of indicative words/phrases and hints that set the stage for a story to unfold and give
the reader a hint of something that is going to happen without revealing the story or spoiling the suspense.
Foreshadowing is used to suggest an upcoming outcome to the story.
For example:
“He had no idea of the disastrous chain of events to follow.”

E. Engagement (Time Frame: 60 minutes)

Learning Task 2. Improve the following sentences that are clichés. Remember to be creative, accurate, and involved. Use
imagery.
1. She was over the moon with delight.
2. He treats me like gold.
3. He was scared out of his skin.
4. She felt like her heart would break.
5. I saw a cloud in the sky.

Learning Task 3. Match the literary devices on the left with its appropriate example on the
right. Write the letter of your answer on the space provided.

________1 Simile A. Romeo: By some vile forfeit of the untimely death.

________2. Metaphor B. “And to ‘thy go like lightning”
________3. Dialogue C. The servant away with the joint-stools, remove the
court- cupboard, look to the plate.
________4. Imagery D. Romeo thought that Juliet was dead and he
kills himself.
________5. Dramatic Irony E. My life is a foe of debt!
A. Assimilation (Time Frame: 40 minutes)

Learning Task 4. Write your own one-scene for a one-act play considering the various elements, techniques, and literary
devices of drama. You may write a common scenario at home. Use the spaces below. You may also use a separate sheet of
paper if necessary. The rubric below shall be used for evaluating your work.

4 3 2 1 Score
Content The work The work The work The work does not
considers all considers considers consider the
the various most the some the various elements,
elements, various various techniques, and
techniques, elements, elements, literary devices of
and literary techniques, techniques, drama.
devices of and literary and literary
drama. devices of devices of
drama. drama.
Organization The act has The act has The act has The act is
an excellent an some confusing/unclear
formatting appropriate organized to the reader.
and very well formatting flow of
organized and ideas/story.
ideas/story. organized
ideas/story.
Conventions The work Most of the Some of the The writing is not
uses writing is writing is done using
complete done using done using complete
sentences. complete complete sentences.
Capitalization sentences. sentences. Most
and Some capitalization and
punctuation Most capitalization punctuation are
are correct capitalization and not correct
throughout and punctuation throughout the
the act. punctuation are correct act.
are correct throughout
throughout the act.
the act.

Total Score

V. ASSESSMENT (Time Frame: 30 minutes)

(Learning Activity Sheets for Enrichment, Remediation, or Assessment to be given on Weeks 3 and 6)

Learning Task 5. Study and complete each statement below. Write letter of your
answer on a separate answer sheet.

1. In drama, a/an _______________________ is any conversation between two or more people.

A. Actors B. Dialogue C. Monologue D. Script

2. _________________ refers to the range, pitch, and pronunciation of the actors which affect performance.
A. Improvisational Techniques B. Mannerisms
C. Space D. Vocal Dynamics

3. A/an ____________________________ is lines spoken by one person (it can be to someone else, to himself/herself, or to the
audience).
A. Actors B. Dialogue C. Monologue D. Script

4. A/an _________________ is the sequence of events in a story.

A. Act B. Plot C. Scene D. Climax

5. A _________________ is a type of literature that is written for the purpose of being read in front of an audience.
A. Drama B. Dialogue C. Scene D. Script
6. _________________ is a single situation or unit of dialogue in a play.
A. Act B. Drama C. Dialogue D. Scene

7. _________________ is a form of drama in which there is a display of human suffering and catharsis for the audience.
A. Comedy B. Drama C. Dialogue D. Tragedy

8. A/an _________________ is composed of many scenes.

A. Act B. Drama C. Dialogue D. Scene

9. A _________________ is a form of entertainment meant to be humorous

A. Comedy B. Drama C. Dialogue D. Tragedy

10. _________________ is the author's attempt to create a mental picture in the mind of the reader. It appeals to the senses.
A. Imagery B. Metaphor C. Simile D. Symbolism

11. _________________ refers to the on-the-spot creativity of the actors.

A. Improvisational Techniques B. Mannerisms
C. Space D. Vocal Dynamics

12. A___________ is a piece of writing in the form of drama composed of dialogue, stage directions and instructions to the actors
and director.
A. Comedy B. Drama C. Script D. Playwright

13. ____________ is used to suggest an upcoming outcome to the story.

A. Imagery B. Dramatic Irony C. Foreshadowing D. Symbolism

14. A____________ refers to the visual elements of a play.

A. Costume B. Props C. Set D. Spectacle

15. A type of character that undergoes changes in the text.

A. Actors B. Antagonist C. Flat D. Round

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.

TakeLessons,"4 Drama Techniques to Always Remember”, September 23, 2014,

https://takelessons.com/blog/drama-techniques.

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