
Acting Basics Quiz
Authored by Morgan Coulter
Performing Arts
6th Grade
DOK Level 1: Recall covered
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1.
DRAG AND DROP QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Abigail and Ethan are dazzling the audience on stage. Can you guess what the actor's left is called when they're facing the audience? It's (a) !
Stage Left
Stage Right
Upstage
Downstage
Answer explanation
The term used to describe the actor's left when they are facing the audience is Stage Left, making it the correct choice among the options provided.
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DOK Level 1: Recall
2.
MATCH QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Match the following characteristics with their corresponding posture in acting.
Closed posture
Relaxed shoulders
Closed posture
Looking down
Open posture
Facing away from the audience
Closed posture
Crossed arms
Answer explanation
Open posture in acting is characterized by relaxed shoulders, not crossed arms, facing away from the audience, or looking down.
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DOK Level 1: Recall
3.
MATCH QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Match the following character postures with how they might influence audience perception.
Character jumps around with a big grin
Makes the character appear approachable
Character stands with arms crossed and a frown
Makes the character appear defensive
Character stands tall with a straight posture
Makes the character appear confident
Character smiles and waves at the audience
Makes the character appear joyful
Answer explanation
Closed posture typically makes the character appear defensive, showing a guarded or protective stance on stage.
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DOK Level 1: Recall
4.
DRAG AND DROP QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Luna and Evelyn are getting ready for their big performance in a play. An actor's main mission in a scene is (a)
Answer explanation
The actor's objective in a scene refers to their goal or intention, which drives their actions and performance. It is crucial for the actor to understand and portray this to create a compelling and authentic character.
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DOK Level 1: Recall
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Hey class! Aria, Mason, and Luna are putting on a show. Can you figure out which of the following is NOT a type of stage direction?
Upstage
Downstage
Leftstage
Centerstage
Answer explanation
The correct choice is 'Leftstage' because it is NOT a type of stage direction commonly used in theater productions.
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DOK Level 1: Recall
6.
MATCH QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Match the following reasons with why actors like Kai and Anika consider body language their secret superpower on stage.
Controls stage illumination
It helps actors remember their lines
Chooses the soundtrack
It determines the lighting on stage
Expresses feelings and purposes silently
It conveys emotions and intentions without words
Assists in memorizing dialogue
It sets the background music
Answer explanation
Body language is important in acting because it conveys emotions and intentions without words, allowing actors to effectively communicate with the audience.
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DOK Level 1: Recall
7.
DRAG AND DROP QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
During a lively rehearsal, Avery and Liam are perfecting their roles in a thrilling play. Can you spot the stage direction when Avery dramatically moves towards the back of the stage, away from the audience? The stage direction is (a) .
Downstage
Upstage
Stage Left
Stage Right
Answer explanation
The correct stage direction for an actor moving towards the back of the stage, away from the audience is 'Upstage'. Upstage refers to the area farthest from the audience.
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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept
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