Play Analysis

What is the purpose of play analysis?

• To memorize lines

• to critique the actors' performance

• to question the text to better understand the author's message

• to rewrite a play in your own words.

How many main parts are there in play analysis?

• 3

• 4

• 5

• 6

What does the term "protagonist" refer to?

• the villain in the play

• the main character

• the narrator

• a background character

What type of character undergoes change during the story?

• static

• flat

• round

• dynamic

Which of the following describes a "flat" character?

• a character with complex emotions

• a character we know little about

• a character who changes drastically

• a villainous character

Which style allows actors to break the fourth wall and speak to the audience?

• avant-garde

• representational

• presentational

• tragicomic

What is the difference between representational and presentational theatre styles?

What is an example of a theatre genre discussed in the video?

• romance

• sci-fi

• melodrama

• opera

What should you ask yourself when analyzing language and symbolism in a play?

• are there typos in the script?

• is the play translated

• is the language poetic or symbolic?

• how long is the play?

Why is understanding the theme important in play analysis?

• to help actors remember their lines

• to choose costumes

• to understand the underlying message or lesson

• to determine ticket prices