Origins of Theatre Quiz

Origins of Theatre Quiz

12th Grade

20 Qs

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Origins of Theatre Quiz

Origins of Theatre Quiz

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Arts

12th Grade

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Graham Carpenter

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20 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which century did theatre begin as part of the annual parade for Dionysus?

4th century BC

5th century BC

6th century BC

7th century BC

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Media Image

What type of structure were the first theatres?

Amphitheatres

Palaces

Temples

Arenas

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Media Image

What does the Latin phrase "Deus ex Machina" loosely translate to in English?

God from the machine

Man from the mountain

Hero from the heavens

Fate from the future

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following changes did the Romans make to the Orchestra?

Made the Orchestra a true semi-circle.

Cut the Orchestra circle in half.

Turned the Orchestra into a larger, more permanent structure.

Removed the Orchestra entirely.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following best describes the main function of pageant wagons in historical performances?

They served as mobile stages for theatrical shows.

They were used for military transport.

They acted as food stalls during festivals.

They were used for religious ceremonies only.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which technique, discovered during the Renaissance, helped artists create the illusion of depth in their paintings?

Linear perspective

Pointillism

Abstract expressionism

Pop art

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Media Image

What is the main visual technique illustrated in the images above that was a significant discovery during the Renaissance?

Linear perspective

Collage

Stippling

Fresco

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