Italian Ren Quiz

What was the main article of clothing worn by women during the Italian Renaissance?

• Dress

• Chiton

• Tunic and surcoat

• Chemise

Architecture in the Italian Renaissance was inspired by...

• Classical Roman Architecture

• Classical Greek Architecture

• Both Classical Green and Roman Architecture

• None of these

What style of theatre was performed during the Italian Renaissance?

• Comedy

• Commedia Dell'Arte

• Teatro Olimipco

• Tragedy

What style of acting was Commedia Dell'Arte?

• Monologues

• Musicals

• Improvisation

• Pantomime

Which character had a mask with a long pointed nose, wore red, and was obsessed with money?

• Alrecchino

• Pantalone

• Il Dottore

• Il Capitano

Which character dresses in all black, acts smart (but is really just full of nonsense), and has a mask with a round nose and bare cheeks?

• Il Capitano

• Pulchinella

• Il Dottore

• Zanni

What element was added to the theater during the Italian Renaissance?

• Trap door

• Proscenium Arch

• Orchestra

• Stage

When did the Italian Renaissance take place?

• 15th and 16th century

• 13th and 14th century

• 20th century

• 16th and 17th century

Where did Commedia Dell'Arte originate?

• America

• Ancient Greece

• Renaissance Italy

• It is made up, and doesn't really exist

What things from today can we trace back to Commedia?

• Our Theatre Buildings

• Physical and Improvisational Comedy

• Stock Characters

• All of these