Which trait distinguishes modern drama from traditional drama? the plot of a modern drama does not always follow a strict structure and might end without a clear resolution. while traditional drama usually stuck to a five-act structure, modern drama can vary from three to eight acts. modern dramas are generally written in verse, while most traditional dramas are written in a combination of prose and verse. modern dramas generally feature stock characters, while characters in most traditional dramas are distinct and well-defined. nextreset