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: