Ancient Theater

What civilization is credited with the invention of theater?

• Ancient Romans

• Vikings

• Mayans

• Ancient Greeks

In ancient Greece, what was the name of the festival where theatrical performances took place?

• Olympia

• Athenaia

• Dionysia

• Hermesia

Who was the famous playwright known for his tragedies in ancient Greece?

• Aristophanes

• Homer

• Sophocles

• Euripides

What were the masks used by actors in ancient theater called?

• persona

• disguise

• theatrum

• maskara

What was the name of the building where ancient Greek plays were performed?

• Colosseum of Apollo

• Amphitheater of Athena

• Theatre of Zeus

• Theatre of Dionysus

Which Roman playwright is known for his comedies based on Greek models?

• Sophocles

• Euripides

• Aristophanes

• Plautus

What was the purpose of the chorus in ancient Greek theater?

• To perform solo musical numbers

• To provide background information, offer commentary, and interact with the characters.

• To serve as the main antagonist in the play

• To sell merchandise to the audience

What was the term for the device used to lift actors onto the stage in ancient theater?

• dramatis personae

• deus ex machina

• proscenium

• soliloquy

In ancient Rome, what was the name of the temporary wooden structure that housed performances?

• colosseum

• gladiator

• scaenae frons

• toga

What was the significance of the skene in ancient theater?

• It was a building behind the stage used as a backdrop and for actors to change costumes.

• It was a special effects machine used to create illusions on stage.

• It was a type of musical instrument used during performances.

• It was a platform where the audience sat to watch the play.