Elizabethan Theatre and Its Impact

Elizabethan Theatre and Its Impact

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Interactive Video

History, Arts, Performing Arts

9th - 12th Grade

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Aiden Montgomery

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The video explores the evolution of Elizabethan theatre, focusing on Shakespeare's era. It highlights James Burbage's contributions, the challenges faced by theatres, and the cultural impact of plays. The Globe Theatre's structure and the role of playwrights are discussed, emphasizing the theatre's influence on English identity and society.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the name of the acting company founded by Shakespeare and his colleagues?

The Admiral's Men

The Lord Chamberlain's Men

The Queen's Men

The King's Men

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is considered the father of the English language theatre?

Robert Greene

James Burbage

Christopher Marlowe

William Shakespeare

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the main reasons London officials opposed theatres?

They were too expensive

They attracted the criminal class

They were located outside the city

They were too small

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a common criticism of actors by the Puritans?

They were too religious

They were too educated

They created nothing of tangible value

They were too wealthy

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the Globe Theatre prevent doorkeepers from stealing receipts?

By having spectators drop their penny admission through a slot

By having guards at the entrance

By using a ticket system

By counting the audience manually

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the financial model for actors in the Elizabethan theatre?

Actors were paid a fixed salary

Actors worked for free

Actors became shareholding members of a permanent acting company

Actors were hired for each play

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the role of noble patrons in the theatre industry?

They acted in the plays

They provided financial support

They had no artistic or financial relationship with the companies

They wrote plays

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