Chorus
A group of characters or a single character (Choregos) that comments on action, provides context, and represents collective perspective (often of the community or common people). Chorus originated in classical Greek drama.
Real World
In Bertolt Brecht's 'Mother Courage and Her Children', the chorus-like structure of songs and inter-scene commentary deliberately prevents catharsis, forcing audiences to think critically rather than emotionally identify with characters.
Exam Focus
Identify what perspective the chorus represents — community, morality, fate — and analyse how this external viewpoint shapes audience judgement of the central characters.
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