What does the phrase by the steps and the string mean in the context of this sentence? a) to be hanged on the gallows b) to travel on a very light budget c) to run for an unpopular political office d) to place a very risky and expensive wager

greet them:

buenas noches.

that is considered night time which is when "good night" is used.

there are several different forms of presenting this; each has a very specific format. plays have a very simple format; teleplays, for television shows, or screenplays, for movies, have more complex and strict rules for formatting.

drama

the first of these to be written for the express purpose of being performed were created by the greeks. many of our modern terms derive from greek origins.

comedy

in the greek sense, a play that doesn't end in death. in modern usage, refers to a play that is humorous.

tragedy

in the greek sense, a play that ends with the death of at least one of the main characters. in modern usage, refers to a play that doesn't have a happy ending.