Character Creation and Vocabulary in Acting

The video tutorial introduces three vocabulary words: actor, character, and setting. The teacher explains the difference between an actor and a character, emphasizing that an actor is a human being who creates a character using their body, face, and voice. Through demonstrations, students Xavier and Michael act out characters of a soldier and a grandpa, respectively, showcasing how actors can embody different roles. The concept of setting is introduced as the place where a story occurs, preparing students for an upcoming activity involving acting out the story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears.

What are the three key words introduced in the vocabulary section?

• Actor, Director, Scene

• Setting, Plot, Theme

• Actor, Character, Setting

• Character, Scene, Plot

How is the word 'actor' pronounced?

• AK-tor

• AC-tor

• ACT-or

• AK-ter

How many syllables are in the word 'character'?

• Two

• Four

• Three

• One

What is the main difference between an actor and a character?

• Both are people

• Both are roles

• An actor is a person, a character is a role

• An actor is a role, a character is a person

Who volunteered to demonstrate a character first?

• Xavier

• Javier

• Michael

• Nicholas

What character did Xavier create using his body and face?

• A grandpa

• A soldier

• A teacher

• A student

What action did Xavier perform to show he was a soldier?

• Running

• Sitting

• Saluting

• Jumping

What character did Michael create using his body and face?

• A soldier

• A grandpa

• A teacher

• A student

What phrase did Michael use while acting as a grandpa?

• Get off my lawn

• Stand at attention

• March in line

• Salute the flag

How is the word 'setting' pronounced?

• SET-tin

• SET-ting

• SET-ing

• SE-ting