Theatre Genres Quiz 8A

Theatre Genres Quiz 8A

6th - 8th Grade

15 Qs

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Theatre Genres Quiz 8A

Theatre Genres Quiz 8A

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6th - 8th Grade

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Angela DeCicco

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15 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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Which of the following best describes stock characters in Commedia dell'arte?

They don't have specific names. 

They perform slapstick humor.

 They are often stereotypes.

They are often played by puppets.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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In Commedia dell' Arte: Pierrot is a type of ______

Scholar

Servant

Doctor

Clown

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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In Commedia dell' Arte: Harlequin is known for frequently carrying a wooden _____

Bird

Bowl

Stick

Spoon

Sword

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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In Japanese Theatre: How long do Noh performances take?

Up to 12 hours

Up to 24 hours

Up to 8 hours

at least a week

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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In Japanese Theatre: Why did Bunraku plays suddenly increase in popularity?

The influence of Chinese culture on Japan

The introduction of joruri, accompanied the puppet performances.

The emergence of jazz music in Japan

The introduction of Noh theatre

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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In Japanese Theatre: How long do puppeteers (also known as ningyōtsukai) train for performances?

at least 3 years

Their entire lives

At least 18 years according to tradition

at least 10 years

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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What are the 3 types of Greek theatre?

Romance, Action & Dramatic plays

Tragedy, Comedy, & Satyr Plays

Musical

Melodrama &

Thriller plays

Science fiction

Mystery &

Horror plays

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