Theatre Terminology Quiz (Heard)

What does the term "Articulation" mean in theatre?

• Non-acting area behind the stage

• Clear pronunciation of words

• Time when the acting area is not lit

• Messages given by the position or movement of the body

What is the meaning of "Backstage" in theatre terms?

• The center area of the stage

• Non-acting area behind the stage

• A signal for an actor to do or say something

• Acting out a future or imagined event

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.5.10

What does "Blocking" refer to in theatre?

• Where actors stand; how and when they move on stage

• The lighting/sound is faded out quickly

• Acting out an event of the past

• A conversation between two or more characters

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.3.4D

What is "Body Language" in the context of theatre?

• Clear pronunciation of words

• Messages given by the position or movement of the body

• Non-acting area behind the stage

• Time when the acting area is not lit

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

What does "Cue" mean in theatre terms?

• A signal for an actor to do or say something

• The part of the stage nearest the audience

• Acting out a future or imagined event

• A look on the face which shows emotion

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What is a "Dress Rehearsal" in theatre?

• The final rehearsal(s) of a drama that include all costumes, props, sound, and lighting

• The center area of the stage

• A conversation between two or more characters

• Acting out an event of the past

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

What does "Flashback" mean in theatre?

• Acting out a future or imagined event

• Acting out an event of the past

• The lighting/sound is faded out quickly

• A look on the face which shows emotion

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

What is the term for wooden frames joined together and covered with canvas, used as part of the scenery in a play?

• Flats

• Props

• Scenery

• Set

What is the movement of the hand or arm which communicates a meaning or emotion called?

• Gesture

• Monologue

• Prompt

• Rehearsal

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

What is the main curtain that is closest to the audience and made of thick, velvet material called?

• Grand Drape

• House Curtain

• Stage Curtain

• Backdrop

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.4.10