STA Quiz 1

Which of the following was NOT a fundamental element of early African tribal theater?

• Ritual

• Storytelling

• Cinema

• Shamanism

The earliest theatrical performances were primarily used for:

• Entertainment

• Religious and ceremonial purposes

• Political propaganda

• Commercial profit

Theatrical performances in Ancient Egypt primarily focused on:

• Mythological stories and religious rituals

• Historical reenactments

• Political speeches

• Romantic dramas

What was a major contribution of the Greek theater to drama?

• The use of proscenium stages

• The development of structured genres like tragedy and comedy

• The introduction of naturalistic acting

• The inclusion of female actors

Which Greek playwright is considered the "Father of Tragedy"?

• Sophocles

• Aeschylus

• Euripides

• Aristophanes

What innovation did Roman theater introduce that greatly influenced modern stage architecture?

• The use of the proscenium arch

• The first recorded use of female actors

• The introduction of silent mime performances

• The incorporation of elaborate backdrops (frons scaenae)

Medieval drama evolved primarily from:

• Greek and Roman comedy

• Secular music performances

• Liturgical church plays

• Gladiatorial contests

Which playwright is considered the greatest figure in English Renaissance drama?

• Christopher Marlowe

• Ben Jonson

• William Shakespeare

• John Webster

What characteristic distinguishes Asian theater from Western traditions?

• A focus on realism and natural speech

• Heavy use of dance, mime, and stylized movement

• Minimal use of costumes and makeup

• The complete absence of music in performances

What is a defining feature of Kabuki theater?

• Slow-paced storytelling

• Female performers playing both male and female roles

• Elaborate costumes, intense acting, and dramatic stage effects

• Minimalistic performances with almost no movement