Quiz on Theatre in the Medieval Ages

What was the primary outlet for artistic expression during the medieval ages?

• Theatrical performances

• Sculptures

• Church articles and jewelries

• Literature

Who was crowned emperor of the Holy Roman Empire on December 25, 800?

• Charles Martel

• Hrotsvitha

• Charlemagne

• Thomas Colclow

What type of drama was fully developed from 1050-1300 CE?

• Secular drama

• Liturgical drama

• Vernacular drama

• Mystery plays

What was the role of the 'bishop fool' during the Feast of Fools?

• To perform liturgical plays

• To lead the church services

• To preside over the festival

• To manage the guilds

Which of the following was a characteristic of vernacular religious drama?

• Only performed in churches

• Focus on royal themes

• Use of Latin language

• Cause-to-effect relationship among incidents

What was the primary language of the church during the medieval ages?

• French

• Latin

• English

• German

Who wrote six plays modeled after Terence’s comedies?

• Thomas Colclow

• Charlemagne

• Hrotsvitha

• Hildegard

What was the purpose of the guilds during the late Middle Ages?

• To oversee the construction of cathedrals

• To create secular plays

• To produce religious plays

• To manage church finances

What type of costumes did actors wear during performances?

• Historical garments resembling medieval life

• Costumes from ancient Rome

• Simple tunics

• Modern clothing

What was the role of the director according to Jean Bouchet?

• To cast and rehearse actors

• To perform in the plays

• To write the scripts

• To supervise the costumes