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WorksheetsElements of Theater
Total questions: 16
Worksheet time: 10mins
Aristotle created the first lists of the elements of art. What was the name of the element that included sets, costumes, and special effects?
Theme
Characters
Spectacle
Convention
According to Aristotle and the modern list of elements of art, it's important that drama include a central message or lesson called the (a)
Which are the three types of drama in Ancient Greece. (CHOOSE 3)
Dramatic
Comedy
Satyr
Tragedy
Ancient Greek theaters were set into the side of the heel. The stage was at the bottom, surrounded by the audience on three sides. What type of theater was this?
Thrust
Stadium
Proscenium
Theaters-in-the-round
Why did Greek actors use masks according to the notes? (CHOOSE 2)
To change characters quickly.
To hide the identity of the actor.
To show off their mask making skills.
Because it honored the god Dionysus.
Which were the purposes of the chorus in Greek theater. (CHOOSE ALL THAT APPLY).
To share the thoughts and feelings of the characters
Provide the perspective of the community
To share the theme
To share background information and context
In post structure, what is another word for the conclusion (YOU MUST SPELL IT CORRECTLY...YOUR WELCOME!)
(a)
The beginning of a play introduces the characters, setting, and introduces the main problem. This is called the ____.
exposition
inciting action
denouement
climax
Which is the correct order of plot structure.
Exposition, Climax, Falling Action, Rising Action, Exposition
Exosition, Climax, Rising Action, Exposition, Falling Action
Exposition, Rising Actions, Climax, Falling Action, Denouement
Denouement, Rising Action, Climax, Falling action, Exposition
What is the type of conflict for the following scenario: A man tries to survive a hurricane.
Character vs. Self
Character vs. Nature
Character vs. Character
Character vs. Supernatural
What is the type of conflict for the following scenario: Frozen 2: Elsa hears a voice that seems to call her into the unknown, but she's afraid to leave the safety of her kingdom.
Character vs. Technology
Character vs. Character
Character vs. Self
Character vs. Society
One way to build interest or exciting in a play, directors may build a feeling of uncertainty called (a) .
One person gives a speech. That person may or may not be alone on the stage. This is called a ______.
Monologue
Soliloquy
Moveable objects on set are called ____.
scenery
costumes
makeup
props
Understanding the reasons for a characters behavior and words is called _____.
Character motivation
Character analyzation
Empathy
Vocal Expression
Clarity of speech, making words easy to understand.
Vocal Expression
Inflection
Diction
Projection
