Behind the Scenes Vocabulary

Dean stepped back further, the smile fading from his face as the two men drove away at a very _______ pace.

• tepid

• insular

• sedate

• precarious

• emulate

Vocabulary

When a young person does something well, you should ________ them for it.

• grumble

• gossip

• praise

• criticise

Which word best completes the sentence: The director gave the actors a _______ before the final scene to ensure everything was perfect.

• rehearsal

• critique

• cue

• script

What does the term 'behind the scenes' refer to in a theatrical context?

• The main stage area

• The audience seating

• The activities and preparations not visible to the audience

• The front of the theater

Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: The _______ of the play was responsible for the lighting and sound effects.

• cast

• crew

• audience

• usher

In the context of theater, what is a 'prop'?

• A type of stage lighting

• A piece of furniture or object used on stage

• A script for the actors

• A costume worn by the actors

Which sentence uses the word 'scene' correctly?

• The scene of the crime was investigated thoroughly.

• She wore a beautiful scene to the party.

• He was scene reading a book in the library.

• The scene was delicious and well-cooked.

What is the role of a 'director' in a play?

• To write the script

• To perform on stage

• To oversee the artistic vision and guide the actors

• To manage ticket sales

Identify the correct use of 'cue' in a sentence.

• The actor missed his cue and entered the stage late.

• She bought a new cue for her pool game.

• The cue was delicious and spicy.

• He wore a cue to the formal event.

Which word best fits the sentence: The actor's _______ was so convincing that the audience was moved to tears.

• performance

• rehearsal

• script

• audition