Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
In literature, a scene refers to a specific section within a larger work where actions take place in one location at one time. It helps to advance the plot, develop characters, and create a sense of place.
Dialogue is a conversation between two or more characters in a literary work. It reveals information about the characters' personalities and advances the plot.