Vocal Tract Assessment

The full path that sound is created in and must travel through is known as the​ ..........​ (a)   ​

• diaphragm
• projection
• vocal tract
• resonance

__________ is the ability of an actor to use their diaphragm and lungs to have their voice travel from one point of the room to another.

• pitch

• resonance

• projection

• articulation

In class, we have been working on using the VOICE as an actor's tool. We did the acting voice challenge, the finger puppet show, and the radio drama.

Which THREE vocabulary words from your notes do you believe contribute the most towards an actor's voice? Please write your answer in a complete paragraph (4-6 sentences). Explain each word clearly, and explain your reasoning for each word.

This muscle is located underneath the rib cage and helps push air out of your body. We use this muscle instead of our vocal chords to prevent injury as well.

• diaphragm

• vocal chords

• resonance

• throat

The ----- for an actor is how high or low their voice is while performing their lines.

This skill is so critical for an actor to practice. While it is not how we normally speak in everyday life, without it, the audience will not understand the storytelling, which is the whole point of a strong performance!​ (a)  

• articulation
• resonance
• diaphragm
• rate

1) Please draw an accurate doodle of resonance.

2) WRITE a SOUND on your drawing you can make to feel resonance happening.

Please record your answer with audio.

1) Record the definition of the word RATE.

2) Give an example of a line from either The Spider and the Fly OR Tell-Tale Heart where either you or your team used RATE and why they made that actor's choice.

Please type your answer and explain in a full paragraph (4-6 sentences).

What are TWO things you enjoy the most about theatre class? PLEASE BE VERY SPECIFIC and explain WHY you feel this way.

Mrs. Gandara really wants to know your honest answers and your reasons. Thank you!