Theatre Terminology Quiz

What are the lines that the actors say called?

• Script

• Words

• Monologue

• Speech

How are characters related to each other in a play?

• Script

• Relationship

• Objective

• Tactics

Where and when does the scene take place in a play?

• Setting

• Stage

• Backdrop

• Location

What are silent movements called in theatre?

• Pantomime

• Mime

• Gesture

• Silent Act

What are the movements of actors called in a play?

• Acting

• Movement

• Blocking

• Choreography

What is the term for what a character wants in a play?

• Goal

• Desire

• Objective

• Intention

What is getting in the way of the character getting what they want in a play?

• Challenge

• Conflict

• Obstacle

• Hurdle

Who is the person who writes the play?

• Author

• Writer

• Playwright

• Composer

What are the notes that tell the actor where to move on stage called?

• Instructions

• Guidance

• Stage Notes

• Stage Directions

What are set designs at different heights called?

• Elevation

• Height Variation

• Level

• Stage Design