Greek Theater

Greek theater began as a result of what?

• Greek Festivals to Dionysus

• Daily Religious rituals

• Greek citizens trying to scare away spirits

• A show of power to other city-states

Which of the following forms of Greek theater would be based on the common and mundane aspects of life?

• Greek Comedy

• Greek Tragedy

• Greek History

• Greek Mythology

The area of the theatre that the people would sit in was called the...?

• Theatron

• Stands

• Seats

• Mire

The area of the theatre at the base of the amphitheater where the acting would take place was called the...?

• Theatron

• Orchestra

• Stage

• Mire

Which of the following forms of Greek theater would be based on more dramatic events and generally death?

• Greek Comedy

• Greek Tragedy

• Greek History

• Greek Mythology

Check all that apply. To make sure everyone in the Theatron could understand what was going on, what would actors do?

• Speak loudly

• Use exaggerated gestures

• Wear masks with exaggerated expressions

• Have a chorus repeat the important parts of the play

Check all that apply: Some major differences between Greek theater and modern theater are...?

• There were only male actors

• Plays were generally performed outside

• They performed dramas

• They wore masks for every character

What was the main role of the Greek Chorus?

• To Sing songs for the play

• To Dance in the background for each scene

• To repeat the important parts of the play so people knew what was going on

• To support the actors with enhanced music