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Set Design Terms Quiz

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

This staging type is called...

a)

in the round

b)

thrust

c)

proscenium arch

d)

traverse

2.

This staging type is called...

a)

in the round

b)

thrust

c)

proscenium arch

d)

traverse

3.

This staging type is called...

a)

in the round

b)

thrust

c)

proscenium arch

d)

traverse

4.

This staging type is called...

a)

in the round

b)

thrust

c)

proscenium arch

d)

traverse

5.

Material that is hung to the side of the stage to create entrances and exits are called...

a)

flying rigged

b)

cyclorama

c)

tabs

d)

rostra

6.

The proper name for 'stage blocks' is...

a)

rostra

b)

box set

c)

stage weight

d)

tabs

7.

Fixed rectangular fabric panels framed with wood that can be painted/decorated to create scenery are called...

a)

boards

b)

flats

c)

tabs

d)

cyclorama

8.

These are used to weight down flats and other temporary pieces of set to avoid movement and make safe for actors use.

a)

steel decking

b)

rostra

c)

blocks

d)

stage weight

9.

Square/rectangular raised set that can be linked together to create levels in different shapes. Made from steel.

a)

steel decking

b)

cyclorama

c)

flying rigged

d)

trapdoor

10.

System of ropes and pulleys that enable set to be lowered/raised into position quickly and quietly.

a)

set

b)

cyclorama

c)

fly system

d)

revolve

11.

A stage that turns is called a...

a)

revolve

b)

turn table

c)

spinner

d)

in the round

12.

A set that shows different locations at the same time is called a...

a)

multi set

b)

composite set

c)

joined set

d)

box set

13.

White background wall or flat curtain at the back of the stage used to project set onto.

a)

cyclorama

b)

back wall

c)

flats

d)

revolve

14.

Set that cannot be moved during a performance is known as _____________ set.

a)

box

b)

fixed

c)

movable

d)

flexible

15.

Layers of cheap wooden chip squashed together that can be easily cut to make set shapes for painting etc.

a)

tile

b)

pine

c)

chipboard

d)

oak

16.

Small wheels that can be attached to the bottom of pieces of set to make them easy to move around the stage.

a)

cyclorama

b)

flat

c)

little wheel

d)

caster

17.

Signs and symbols. Anything that gives a clue to the audience about themes, plot, story, or character. Can be found in set, costumes, lighting, music and more.

a)

semiotics

b)

clues

c)

mood

d)

colour

18.

This type of set aims to create the illusion of real life for the audience. They are often detailed, using well researched period furniture and realistic decoration.

a)

naturalistic set

b)

minimalist set

c)

abstract set

19.

These sets use few props and minimal scenery. The audience has to use their imagination more. Props are important to symbolise themes or show the time period.

a)

naturalistic set

b)

minimalist set

c)

abstract set

20.

This type of set doesn't try to recreate real life. The design doesn't have to be basic - it could be very elaborate. They often bring out the play's symbols or themes.

a)

naturalistic set

b)

minimalist set

c)

abstract set