Script Analysis: Character Motivation
Students explore character motivations, objectives, and obstacles within a script.
Key Questions
- Differentiate between a character's stated objective and their true motivation.
- Hypothesize how a character's backstory influences their decisions in a scene.
- Justify an actor's interpretation of a character's emotional journey.
Common Core State Standards
Suggested Methodologies
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