Speech : Dialogue - SS1 English Lesson Note

a. Dialogue Defined

Dialogue is a conversation between two or more people. It is a key element of fiction, drama, and other forms of writing. Dialogue can be used to reveal character, advance the plot, and create suspense

How to write dialogue

When writing dialogue, it is important to use clear and concise language. The dialogue should be realistic and believable. It is also important to use dialogue tags to identify who is speaking.

Here are some of the benefits of dialogue:

Dialogue is a valuable tool that can be used to improve communication, relationships, problem-solving, decision-making, and learning. It is a skill that can be learned and improved with practice.

b. Sample dialogue

Here is a sample dialogue from a short passage from a WAEC past question:

Scene: A mother and her son are sitting in the living room.

Mother: Son, I'm worried about you. You've been spending a lot of time alone lately.

Son: I'm just busy with school, Mom.

Mother: I know, but it's important to have friends. You don't want to be all alone.

Son: I know, Mom. I'll try to make more time for my friends.

Mother: That's all I ask.