Introduction to Greek Theatre

The festival of the City Dionysia happened during what months?

• March/April

• April/ May

• May/ June

• November/ December

What did the playwrights and the sponsor compete for during the City Dionysia?

• Money

• Chocolate

• Pride

• Glory

Who specially selected the winning play?

• A jury of specially selected people that would vote on the best plays

• The ruler of Athens at the time would choose the winner

• A collection of random audience members who saw all the plays

• Playwrights would vote on each others plays to determine the winner

What were the three types of drama in Ancient Greece?

Select all that apply.

• Satyr

• Comedy

• Tragedy

• Romantic

Why did the Greek actors wear elaborate masks?

(Choose 2)

• Because it was a religious festival and the masks were a way to celebrate and worship Dionysus

• Because it was a religious festival and people thought the actors' faces were ugly

• Because it was a way for the actors to change character

• Because the actors needed the masks to ensure their fans could recognize them

How many performers spoke/acted in Greek theatre?

• 3

• 6

• 9

• 24

What were the two purposes of the chorus?

(choose 2)

• They were entertaining with their song and dance

• They were a way for the audience to better understand the play

• The chorus would give the audience lines to memorize

• They would provide scenes for the actors to perform

Tragic plays involve the downfall of the ________.

• god
• monster
• hero
• society

An emotional release is called a(n) ___________

• catharsis
• meltdown
• outpour
• drama

The _______________ is a large building behind the stage for dressing or backdrop.

• orchestra
• skene
• amphitheater
• backstage