Question

What is the hallmark of Restoration Comedy?

• A. Emphasis on elaborate stage settings and special effects
• B. Wit and sparkle in dialogue
• C. Focus on the struggles of the common working class
• D. Strong moral lessons and didactic themes

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Wit and sparkle in dialogue

• Restoration comedies are famous for their clever, fast-paced conversations.

• The dialogue often reflects intellectual humor and sexual innuendo.

• It was a key element distinguishing these plays from earlier dramas.