Plays that personified virtues and vices were known as?

Plays that personified virtues and vices are known as "morality plays." These theatrical works, popular in medieval Europe, depicted allegorical characters representing moral qualities such as Charity, Faith, and Vice. The primary aim was to teach audiences about ethical behavior and the consequences of sin, often culminating in a moral lesson. One of the most famous examples is "Everyman," which illustrates the journey of a character facing death and judgment.