Note the blank page that follows each question. These may be used for sketches
to help explain your written answers.

Written work and final sketches must be in INK to be eligible for reconsideration.

INTRODUCTION

This examination has three sections.

In Section A, photographs are used to show moments from two drama productions. They are taken from fully prepared performances. You are asked to identify and explain some of the drama processes which have contributed to the moment captured onstage in ONE photograph.

In Section B, you are asked to write about various components of drama.

In Section C, you are asked to reflect on some of your own experiences in creating drama this year.

You may, if you wish to clarify your answers, use quick sketches on page 9, but do not spend time on detailed illustration. The sketches can be used in addition to the written answer but cannot replace it. If you do use sketches, label them and annotate them to make the content clear.

SECTION A

QUESTION ONE

Look at the two photographs on pages 2 and 3 of Resource Booklet 90011R. Each photograph shows an important moment from a production.

Choose ONE photograph to use for your answer.

Write the number of the photograph you have chosen in the box below:

Photo number:

Here are some drama elements that could have contributed to the performance shown in the photograph:

Choose THREE of these elements and describe how they can be identified in the photograph. Give specific details from the photograph as clear and comprehensive evidence.

You may use sketches on page 9 to illustrate and further explain your ideas. Label all sketches clearly to show the point you are making.

First drama element seen in the photograph:

Second drama element seen in the photograph:

Third drama element seen in the photograph:

Look again at the two photographs on pages 2 and 3 of Resource Booklet 90011R.

You may choose either of the photographs.

Write the number of the photograph you have chosen in the box below:

Photo number:

Use the space below to identify how the actors’ physical positions give a sense of what is happening in the moment that is captured in the photograph.

Give specific details from the photograph as clear and comprehensive evidence.

Look at the actors’ body language, use of space, gesture, facial expressions and their positions on stage.

You may use sketches on page 9 to illustrate and further explain your ideas. Label all sketches clearly to show the point you are making.

Details of evidence:

SECTION B

QUESTION ONE

Read the script on pages 4 and 5 of Resource Booklet 90011R.

Choose ONE character from the script to use for your answer.

Write the name of the character you have chosen in the box below:

Character’s name

Here are some drama techniques

Choose THREE of the techniques and write them in the boxes below.

Technique 1

Technique 2

Technique 3

(i)                  Describe how an actor could use each of the techniques you have chosen to express the personality of the character you have chosen.

(ii)                Choose ONE specific moment in the script for each technique and explain in detail how the technique would be used at that point.

Choose a different moment in the script for each technique.

Use the line numbers to help identify the moment in the script.

Give the appropriate line reference in your answer.

You may use sketches on page 9 to illustrate and further explain your ideas. Label all sketches clearly to show the point you are making.

Technique 1:

Description of the technique:

(i)          used to express personality

 (ii)         used at a specific moment                                        Line reference:

Technique 2:

Description of the technique:

(i)          used to express personality

(ii)          used at a specific moment                                        Line reference:

Technique 3:

Description of the technique:

(i)          used to express personality

(ii)          used at a specific moment                                        Line reference:

QUESTION TWO

Here are some emotional states that could be played by an actor.

                                                frustrated       joyful               angry

                                                  lonely            hopeful           excited

Choose ONE emotion to use for your answer. Write the emotion you have chosen in the box below.

Describe how you would combine at least THREE drama techniques to demonstrate the selected emotion while playing a role. Give specific details and examples to illustrate your answer.

You may use sketches on page 9 to illustrate and further explain your ideas. Label all sketches clearly to show the point you are making.

Description of combined techniques: