Ted Ed: The emergence of drama as a literary art

Why did the clergy create plays from Bible stories in the 11th-12th centuries?

• To entertain the nobility

• To teach illiterate commoners about the Bible

• To showcase the acting talents of the clergy

• To raise money for the church

Where did plays move after they became too popular for the church steps?

• Inside the church

• To the town square

• To private homes

• To dedicated theaters

What were "pageants" in the context of medieval plays?

• Elaborate costumes worn by actors

• Musical instruments used in performances

• Moving carts used as stages

• Special lighting effects for plays

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How were roles assigned to guilds in the 13th century plays?

• Based on the guild's wealth

• Randomly assigned by the clergy

• To reflect the guild's profession

• Based on the number of actors available

What was a key characteristic of Morality Plays?

• They strictly adhered to biblical narratives

• They featured abstract characters battling for the soul

• They were performed exclusively by clergy members

• They were always serious and solemn