Describe various possible structures/formats for plays; why might one have become more popular in the Western world than others? Why might some playwrights choose not to utilize that structure?

What will be an ideal response?


The student could discuss the popular forms and the societal problems of the
times and how those factors may have contributed to the playwright's decision in how to
structure his or her play.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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