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What are the forms of drama?

Types of Drama

* Tragedy: A serious drama in which the main character suffers misfortune or death, often as a result of a flaw in their own character.

* Comedy: A light-hearted drama that typically ends happily, often involving humor and a happy ending.

* History: A drama that dramatizes historical events or figures.

* Tragicomedy: A drama that combines elements of both tragedy and comedy.

* Melodrama: A dramatic work that is characterized by exaggerated emotions, sensational events, and an emphasis on good versus evil.

* Farce: A light, humorous play that relies on physical humor, mistaken identity, and slapstick comedy.

* Satire: A drama that uses humor, irony, and exaggeration to criticize society or individuals.

* Symbolism: A drama that uses symbols and metaphors to represent deeper meanings or ideas.

* Absurdism: A drama that explores the idea that life is meaningless and that human existence is absurd.

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