In screenwriting, one of the functions of ____________________ is to set up particular expectations of viewers that are then fulfilled or played with during the course of the story.  By having an idea of a story's type or category, the viewer already has a certain understanding of formats and standards that are typical of that tradition.     

A. protagonists
B. genres
C. antagonists
D. settings 

Answer: B

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A) have been verified B) be common knowledge C) be generally accepted as true D) all of the above

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What is the major benefit of using standard outline form?

A) It points out important phrases you need to remember. B) It helps you remember the main ideas of your speech. C) It points out relationships between main ideas and supporting material. D) It is neat and appropriate for speechmaking.

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