4 pathos-stagedirections-subplot
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PATHOSGreek for “suffering”
The aspects of a literary work that elicit pity from
the audience
Pathos is generally more effective when suffering is understated as opposed to exaggerated.
PATHOSEffective use of pathos
from Toy Story 3
STAGE DIRECTIONSThe specific instructions a playwright includes
concerning sets, characterization, delivery, etc.
Stage directions are put in italics.Stage directions within dialogue are (italicized and parenthesized).
STAGE DIRECTIONSTwo types:• Actor directions• Stage directions/production information
A secondary plot that explores ideas different from the main plot
Remember ‘sub-’ means ‘under’ or ‘beneath’
SUBPLOT
High-action stories, like Spiderman, often come with a subplot concerning
interpersonal relationships
• Create more lifelike characters• Reflect and enhance action of main plot• Influence the direction of the main plot• Provide comic relief
SUBPLOTS:
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