The Playwright's Skill at Condensing a Story That May Span

question 36

Multiple Choice

The playwright's skill at condensing a story that may span many days or years of chronological time into a theatrical time frame is called

• A)compression.
• B)stageability.
• C)intensity.
• D)gravity.

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Definitions:

Higher Goals

Objectives that reflect broader, more significant aspirations or ideals, surpassing basic or immediate needs in pursuit of longer-term fulfillment.

Delayed Reinforcement

A technique in which a response is followed by a reward not immediately but after a time delay, influencing future behavior.

Immediate Reinforcement

The prompt delivery of a reward or consequence following a behavior, which strengthens the likelihood of that behavior occurring again.

Continuous Reinforcement

A reinforcement strategy where a desired behavior is rewarded every time it occurs, leading to quicker learning of that behavior.