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Characterization in Theatre Quiz

Authored by Mr. Freeman

Performing Arts

8th Grade

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Characterization in Theatre Quiz
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main objective of an actor in theatre?

To make others believe they are someone else

To entertain the audience

To win awards

To memorize lines

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the difference between stock characters and stereotypical characters?

A stock character is a familiar type of character whose tag, or label, identifies a particular group or segment of society, whereas a stereotypical character is a familiar character who is the same type of character in every play.

A stereotypical character is a familiar type of character whose tag, or label, identifies a particular group or segment of society, whereas a stock character is a familiar character who is the same type of character in every play.

Stock characters are based on real people while stereotypical characters are original

Stock characters are original while stereotypical characters are based on real people

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a stock character in theatre?

A character that changes in every play

A character that is the same type in every play

A character that only appears in comedies

A character that is always the main protagonist

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a stereotypical character?

A character that is unique and original

A character that is always the hero

A character that is part of a group and has oversimplified behavior

A character that is always the villain

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of avoiding negative stereotypes when creating characters?

To make the characters more mysterious

To avoid discrimination and prejudice

To avoid feeling as though a character is not relateable

To make the characters more relatable

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus when creating original characters?

Imagination

Emotional memory

All of the above

Physical appearance

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the activity where students physically and vocally create imaginary characters?

To enhance their ability to accurately pretend how to be another person for the purpose of entertainment.

To develop skill portraying the physical attributes of characters

To entertain the audience

To memorize lines

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