4. Listening Skills

Dialogues Monologues — Quiz

Test your understanding of dialogues monologues with 5 practice questions.

Practice Questions

Question 1

In a screenplay, what does the notation 'CONT'D' beside a character's name indicate?

Question 2

In a written script, which notation most clearly indicates that dialogue should be delivered in a whisper?

Question 3

Which feature characterizes a dramatic monologue as opposed to an interior monologue?

Question 4

Which turn-taking mechanism allows any participant to self-select and take the next speaking turn in a dialogue?

Question 5

When used at the beginning of a speaker's turn in dialogue, what function does the discourse marker 'well' typically serve?