What is the relationship between drama and plays?

a. drama is the plot of a play.

b. drama only occurs in a poem.

c. drama and plays have no relationship.

d. drama is the genre of literature to which plays belong.

A play is a form of literature written by a playwright; drama usually consists of dialogue between the characters, intended for theatrical performance rather than just reading. However, the term ' play ' is often used to refer to the written work of the playwright (script) as well as the onstage production.