Which of the following was the immediate predecessor of drama proper?
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Correct answer: A. The Interlude
Explanation
The sequence runs liturgical drama → mystery/miracle plays → moralities → interludes (short secular pieces such as John Heywood's) → regular drama (Ralph Roister Doister, Gorboduc). The interlude is the last step before drama proper.
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