Stage Performance Quiz

What should you do once your name is called to approach the stage?

• Walk slowly and take your time

• Approach quickly with enthusiasm

• Ask to go later

• Get a drink first

What must an introduction be said with?

• Hesitation

• Confidence

• Whispering

• Nervousness

What might intense eye contact indicate in a scene?

• Nervousness

• Enthusiasm

• Boredom

• Disinterest

What is 'Intensity' in the context of voice?

• The volume of the voice

• The stressed tone of urgency or insistence in a voice

• The speed of speaking

• The clarity of the voice

Answer explanation

In the context of voice, 'intensity' refers to the stressed tone of urgency or insistence. It conveys emotion and emphasis, distinguishing it from volume, speed, or clarity.

What is the purpose of an entertaining introduction?

• To give some facts plus a little understanding of the plot

• To list all characters

• To summarize the director's biography

• To provide a detailed history of the play

What is an example of information-giving in acting?

• "My name is Edward Kinney, and I will be representing the character of Mortimer from Poisonous metal and Old Lace by Joseph Kesselring."

• "Aunt Abby and Aunt Martha were very sweet."

• "Don't confuse energy with action."

• "Try using a variety of levels of loudness."

What is an example of entertaining in acting?

• "Aunt Abby and Aunt Martha were very sweet. What old gentleman wouldn't feel right at home boarding in their attractively old-fashioned old house and dining on their delicious home-cooked meals?"

• "My name is Edward Kinney, and I will be showing/representing the character of Mortimer from Poisonous metal and Old Lace by Joseph Kesselring."

• "Don't confuse energy with action."

• "Try using a variety of levels of loudness."

What is the ability to say the word and all of its sound clearly called?

• Enunciation

• Projection

• Strength

• Pronunciation

What is the term for the use of a voice that can easily be heard throughout the audience?

• Projection

• Strength

• Flexibility

• Pronunciation

Answer explanation

The term 'Projection' refers to the ability to use one's voice in a way that it can be easily heard by an audience. It is essential for effective communication, especially in public speaking.

What is mastery defined as in the document?

• The ability to do a job occasionally with some effort

• The ability to successfully complete all parts of a job regularly with little or no effort

• The ability to do a job with maximum effort

• The ability to do a job irregularly with no effort