Crash Course Theater Quiz

What is the Broadway book musical?

• A type of theater that only focuses on storytelling

• A type of theater that only focuses on dancing

• A type of theater that only focuses on singing

• A type of theater that combines singing, dancing, and a story

Why does the Broadway book musical matter?

• It is a billion-dollar industry

• All of the above

• It is the most influential entertainment export of America

• It has changed theater as we know it

Who is considered the father of the book musical?

• Jerome Kern

• Richard Rodgers

• Oscar Hammerstein

• Lorenz Hart

What was the first American musical?

• Oh Boy!

• The Black Crook

• Show Boat

• The Mulligan Guard

Which musical is set in Oklahoma?

• Carousel

• South Pacific

• The Sound of Music

• Oklahoma!

Who wrote the lyrics for 'Oklahoma!'?

• Richard Rodgers

• Lynn Riggs

• Oscar Hammerstein

• Jerome Kern

Which musical is NOT written by Rodgers and Hammerstein?

• South Pacific

• Carousel

• The Sound of Music

• My Fair Lady

What is the significance of the dream ballet in 'Oklahoma!'?

• All of the above

• It represents Laurey's inner conflict

• It showcases the athleticism of the dancers

• It takes the musical to a daring, expressionist place

What is a common characteristic of the Golden Age musicals?

• Complex characters

• Wit and sophistication

• Hummable songs

• All of the above

What is the final episode of Crash Course Theater about?

• The birth of the book musical

• The influence of Hollywood movies on theater

• The history of American musical theater

• The Golden Age of the Broadway musical