Register - Log In


FunTrivia Homepage


  • New Questions

  • Unanswered


  • Post a Question

    • Goto Qn #




    Archives

    What is the difference between "open" soap opera and "closed" soap opera?

    Question #61956. Asked by UT-7. (Jan 24 06 7:07 AM)


    Arpeggionist

    		An open soap is one in which the writers do not have a specific time-frame in mind when they write it (e.g. "Days of Our Lives"), and can easily go on for decades if its popular enough. A closed soap has a specific time-frame and a number of episodes (which isn't to say it is short-run), and is sometimes referred to as a "telenovela".

    Jan 24 06, 11:40 PM

    Find something useful here? Please help us spread the word about FunTrivia. Recommend this page below!


    Sign up to see all responses!

    Create a Free ID instantly to see all recent responses, post your own follow-ups or questions, and access over 1,000,000 trivia questions!

    Choose a User Name:
    Your Email Address:
    Choose a Password:

    I agree by the terms outlined in FunTrivia's Conditions of Use




    Other Similar Questions & Answers


    Who coined the phrase 'Soap Opera' abbreviated to 'Soap',and what exactly does it mean in regard to a TV series?

    Sarah Lane's death in a daytime serial was one of the first for a major soap opera character. What soap was she on?

    What is the difference between a soap opera and a sit-com?

    Suggested Related FunTrivia Quizzes - 90,000 currently online

    1 "Soap"
    This quiz is about the first and second season of "Soap".
    		Soap Average
    10 Q
    xshortybabyx
    Jan 17 07
    1623 plays
    2 Soap
    Soap is wonderful stuff. How much do you know about this product that you use every day? Warning: Do not attempt to make your own soap unless you have safety training. Lye causes serious burns!
    		Homes & Gardens Difficult
    10 Q
    drbabe
    Jan 29 11
    270 plays
    3 The Opera
    In "The Opera", the gang gets ready to see a performance at the opera. Good luck!
    		'Seinfeld' - Season 4 Average
    10 Q
    kyleisalive
    Jul 21 05
    1230 plays




    "Ask FunTrivia" is for entertainment purposes only, and answers offered are unverified and unchecked by FunTrivia. We cannot guarantee the accuracy or veracity of ANY statement posted. Feel free to post an updated response if you feel that an answer is inadequate or incorrect. Please thoroughly research items where accuracy is important to you using multiple reliable sources. By accessing our website, you agree to be bound by our terms of service.