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Notice &
Note
Words of the
Wiser

Prepare to Read

GENRE STUDY A drama, or play, is a story that can be

performed for an audience.

• Plays begin with a cast of characters.

• Plays include stage directions and acts or scenes.

• Plays are made up of lines of dialogue with informal
language to make the conversation seem real.

• Some plays include a theme, or lesson learned.

SET A PURPOSE Think about the title and genre of this
text. This play is based on a classic Italian tale. What do

you know about classic tales? What would you like to
learn? Write your response below.

CRITICAL
VOCABULARY

eminent

peasant

stately

deceive

superior

merciful
Build Background:
Classic Tales with Magic Rings

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