Elements of Theater Quiz 1

What is the dramatic question in a play? (choose two correct answers)

• A) A one-sentence summary of the protagonist’s conflict, phrased as a question

• D) The Plot

• B) The writer’s perspective on some big question about human nature or society

• C) The theme

What is the difference between hero/protagonist-driven cast and ensemble cast?

• C) The hero/protagonist-driven cast has no main character, while the ensemble cast has one main character

• B) The hero/protagonist-driven cast has many characters sharing equal importance, while the ensemble cast has only one main character

• A) The hero/protagonist-driven cast has only one main character, while the ensemble cast has many main characters

• D) The hero/protagonist-driven cast and ensemble cast are the same

What is the purpose of a foil character in a play?

• A) To blend in with the other characters

• B) To highlight the tragic flaws or heroic qualities of another character

• D) To provide comic relief

• C) To be the main focus of the play

What is the theme of a play? (choose three correct answers)

• B) The writer's perspective on a big question about human nature or society

• A) The "Thought"

• D) The character's Individual choices in the play

• C) An idea that the Playwright wants the audience to wrestle with

What is the difference between monologue and aside?

• C) Monologue is a single character speaking on stage, while aside is a quick note to the audience or to themselves

• B) Monologue is a quick note to the audience, while aside is an extended speech by a character

• A) Monologue is a conversation between characters, while aside is a single character speaking on stage

• D) Monologue is a conversation between characters, while aside is a quick note to the audience or to themselves

What is NOT included in the "spectacle"?

• The Set

• The costumes

• Ensemble cast vs. Hero-driven cast

• Lighting

Does a play have to have music to have the element of "song?"

• Yes

• No

Who was the first documented actor in human history?

• Shakespeare

• Dionysus

• Thespis

• Tom Felton