Analyzing and Interpreting Literature CLEP Prep Practice Exam

What is the difference between drama and prose fiction?

1. Drama focuses on conflict while prose focuses on action.

2. Drama is written for the stage while prose is written for the page.

3. Drama tells a story through characters while prose tells a story through the narrator.

4. Drama is written in verse while prose is written in prose.

The correct answer is: Drama is written for the stage while prose is written for the page.

Prose fiction and drama are both forms of storytelling, but they have some key differences. While both may have conflict and action, their primary purpose and context are different. Option A is incorrect because both drama and prose fiction can have conflict as a key element, but they are not limited to just that aspect. Prose fiction can also have a focus on action, just like drama. Option C is not the best choice because both forms of storytelling can use both methods to tell a story. However, there are specific conventions and techniques used in each form, which makes option B the better answer. Option D is incorrect because while some plays may be written in verse, not all of them are. Similarly, while prose is usually written in prose, it can also be written in other forms such as poetry. Therefore, the main difference between drama and prose fiction is that drama is intended to be performed