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Audience Etiquette

Total questions: 100

Worksheet time: 57mins

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1.

How should you enter the theater?

a)

As loudly as possible

b)

Backwards

c)

Quietly

2.

During the concert, it is a good idea to ...

a)

Discuss the performance with your neighbor

b)

Eat a snack

c)

Sit quietly and appreciate the performer's efforts

3.

When should you clap?

a)

Never! The performers hate that.

b)

At the end of a piece, when the conductor lowers his/her hands.

c)

Whenever you hear something you like.

4.

How should you show your appreciation of the performance?

a)

Clap enthusiastically at the end of a piece

b)

Cheer loudly for your favorite musician

c)

Do a dance

5.

Why should you be quiet during an orchestra performance?

a)

So the attendants can't find you

b)

To be be respectful to the musicians

c)

You're suppose to be quiet

6.

How do you know a piece of music is over?

a)

The conductor puts his/her hands down and turns around.

b)

The music stops

c)

The lights flash

7.

If you must enter or leave a concert, you should do so ...

a)

in between songs

b)

when they are playing loudly or softly

c)

anytime

8.

Using flash photography during a concert...

a)

makes the performance better

b)

blinds the performers

c)

is the best way to get a picture

9.

A concert-goer should not wear a hat during a performance because...

a)

it is distracting to the conductor.

b)

it will block the sound.

c)

it blocks the view of the stage.

10.

The audience should clap

a)

while the music is playing.

b)

between smaller sections of a musical piece.

c)

at the end of a musical piece.

11.

During a concert, a person should NOT

a)

listen

b)

text on the cell phone

c)

sit down

d)

be quiet

12.

If you have your cell phone, you should...

a)

put it on vibrate.

b)

turn it off.

c)

leave it on for emergencies.

d)

read you messages.

13.

"Bravo" means...

a)

the performance was awful!

b)

the musicians were great!

c)

to leave before the musicians start another song.

d)

sit down.

14.

What is an appropriate way to behave at a LIVE CONCERT for a rock band?

a)

Sit quietly.

b)

Do not stand.

c)

No photos.

d)

Scream, whistle, stand, take a photo, jump and dance.

15.

What is the appropriate behavior in the MOVIE Theater?

a)

Throw snacks.

b)

Sit quietly and react appropriately.

c)

Text or call a friend.

d)

Talk loudly and yell.

16.

What is the appropriate audience behavior at a SPORTS event?

a)

Take someone else's seat.

b)

Throw food at other fans.

c)

Cheer for your team.

d)

Boo when the other team scores.

17.

What is the appropriate behavior in a SCHOOL assembly?

a)

Sit quietly and listen.

b)

Stick your gum under the seat.

c)

Sleep.

d)

Play on your phone.

18.

What is the appropriate behavior in a LIVE THEATER performance?

a)

Get up and walk out.

b)

Eat food and have a soda.

c)

Sit quietly and react appropriately.

d)

Yell at the actors.

19.

Check ALL of the CORRECT behaviors in a THEATER performance.

a)

Clap when it's appropriate.

b)

Talk, text or play on phone.

c)

Do not bring in food or drinks.

d)

Wait until intermission to use the bathroom.

20.

When the music starts in a play or film, the audience should quiet down because the show is beginning.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

21.

You might get kicked out of a professional play if you take out your phone.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

22.

Talking to the actors on stage is okay in a play.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

23.

If you leave a live theater performance, the ushers might not let you back in.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

24.

It is (a)   appropriate to eat during a play.

25.

Which of the following is an actual etiquitte rule?

a)

No eating during a show

b)

No talking during a show

c)

No biting your nails during a show

26.

Which would annoy you more during a live performance?

a)

Someone talking loudly

b)

Someone smacking their gum

c)

Someone standing up and blocking your view

27.

Typically, there are (a)   rules to abide by while watching a live show.

28.

Every theatre has the exact same etiquette rules.

a)

True

b)

False

29.

What is ONE etiquette rule you think ALL live performances should have?

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30.

Water is (a)   allowed in live performance spaces.

31.

Which rules below are NOT etiquette rules.

a)

Do not enter before the show begins.

b)

Do not applaud after the performance.

c)

Do not eat or drink during the performance.

32.

Rules are (a)   to live performance because without them, things would be chaotic.

33.

the rules of polite behavior; behavior that shows consideration, respect, and honesty.

a)

audience/audiencia

b)

etiquette/etiqueta

c)

manners/modales

d)

eyes/ojos

34.

these should listen to, not just hear the performance.

a)

ears/orejas

b)

mouth/boca

c)

hands/manos

d)

eyes/ojos

35.

the group of spectators at a public event.

a)

audience/audiencia

b)

etiquette/etiqueta

c)

audience etiquette/etiqueta de audiencia

d)

eyes/ojos

36.

these should be quiet and still, in your lap, pockets, or by your side during a performance.

a)

ears/orejas

b)

mouth/boca

c)

hands/manos

d)

eyes/ojos

37.

these should look at the person who is speaking during the performance.

a)

ears/orejas

b)

mouth/boca

c)

hands/manos

d)

eyes/ojos

38.

this should be quiet (no humming or talking) and empty during the performance.

a)

ears/orejas

b)

mouth/boca

c)

hands/manos

d)

eyes/ojos

39.

this should be upright, resting against a chair, and facing the speaker during a performance.

a)

feet/pies

b)

torso/torso

c)

brain/cerebro

d)

heart/corazón

40.

these should be quiet, still, and on the floor during the performance.

a)

feet/pies

b)

torso/torso

c)

brain/cerebro

d)

heart/corazón

41.

this should be thinking about what is being said and developing questions during a performance.

a)

feet/pies

b)

torso/torso

c)

brain/cerebro

d)

heart/corazón

42.

to simply become aware of a sound without thinking.

a)

listen/escuchar

b)

hear/oír

c)

brain/cerebro

d)

heart/corazón

43.

this should be caring about what is being presented during a performance.

a)

feet/pies

b)

torso/torso

c)

brain/cerebro

d)

heart/corazón

44.

the gestures and actions someone uses to show consideration and respect for others or the lack thereof.

a)

manners/modales

b)

listen/escuchar

c)

heart/corazón

d)

brain/cerebro

45.

to hear something with thoughtful attention : give consideration.

a)

listen/escuchar

b)

hear/oír

c)

brain/cerebro

d)

heart/corazón

46.

TRUE or FALSE: Talking to your neighbor is acceptable during a speech or performance.

a)

True

b)

False

47.

It is rude to arrive late to a speech or performance. TRUE or FALSE

a)

True

b)

False

48.

It is acceptable to get up and move around during a speech or performance. TRUE or FALSE

a)

True

b)

False

49.

The etiquette of an audience can affect the performance of a speaker or actor. TRUE or FALSE

a)

True

b)

False

50.

It is acceptable to applaud at the conclusion of a speech or performance. TRUE or FALSE

a)

True

b)

False

51.

Cell phones should be completely off during a speech or performance. TRUE or FALSE

a)

True

b)

False

52.

It is ok to eat or drink during a speech or performance. TRUE or FALSE

a)

True

b)

False

53.

It is rude to take a restroom break during a speech or performance. TRUE or FALSE

a)

True

b)

False

54.

You should respect the presenters or performers by giving your full attention. TRUE or FALSE

a)

True

b)

False

55.

It is acceptable to interrupt during a speech or performance to ask questions or make comments. TRUE or FALSE

a)

True

b)

False

56.
When does using good theatre etiquette begin?
a)
when you feel like it
b)
after you know you like the show
c)
before you arrive
d)
only sometimes
57.
When can I talk during the show?
a)
only in an emergency
b)
when I need to ask for gum
c)
when I feel like it
d)
when someone makes me mad
58.
If I have to talk during an emergency during the show, you should use
a)
a loud yelling voice
b)
a normal talking voice
c)
a singing voice
d)
a whisper
59.
What can you eat in a theatre during a play?
a)
hotdogs
b)
popcorn
c)
gummy bears
d)
nothing
60.
If there is an emergency and you need to leave the theatre, when is a good time to do that?
a)
when the audience is clapping or there's a break in the show
b)
whe the
c)
when it is quiet
d)
after you notice that someone else left
61.
When should you go to the restroom during a show?
a)
when you need to
b)
before the show starts
c)
during a song
d)
when the show starts
62.
When can you clap (applaud) during a show?
a)
whenever you feel like it
b)
at appropriate times
c)
never
d)
once
63.
If you really like the show, at the end of the show you should
a)
stand and clap
b)
whistle
c)
yell and scream
d)
jump up and down
64.
Can I ever take pictures during a show?
a)
no
b)
yes
65.

What should you do with your phone before a show

a)

watch a movie on it

b)

Video the show

c)

turn it off and put it away

d)

call a friend

66.

When are to visit a friend?

a)

Quietly before the show

b)

In the middle of the show

c)

text them in the show

d)

Whenever you want

67.

When should you used the restroom?

a)

Whenever you want

b)

after the show

c)

In the middle of the show

d)

Before the show

68.

When should you come to the show

a)

in the middle of the show

b)

early

c)

late

d)

whenever you want

69.

Are food, drinks, gum or anything noise be brought in the theatre

a)

Yes

b)

No

c)

I can do anything i like.

70.
If there is an emergency and you need to leave the theatre, when is a good time to do that?
a)
when the audience is clapping or there's a break in the show
b)
whe the
c)
when it is quiet
d)
after you notice that someone else left
71.
When should you go to the restroom during a show?
a)
when you need to
b)
before the show starts
c)
during a song
d)
when the show starts
72.
Which of the following is appropriate clothing to wear to the theatre?
a)
Nice dress clothes
b)
A T-shirt and jeans
c)
Shorts and a Hawaiian shirt
d)
Flip-flops
73.
Which of the following noises are acceptable during a performance?
a)
unwrapping a candy/cough drop
b)
cell phone
c)
whispering
d)
none of the above
74.
What is the best option for cellphones?
a)
Turn them off completely or don't bring them intot he theatre.
b)
Put it on vibrate.
c)
Put it on silent.
d)
Put it in airplane mode.
75.
Why should you NOT put your feet on the seat in front of you?
a)
Someone paid a lot of money for that seat and it would be expensive to replace should it get broken.
b)
It would be rude to bump the seat because the person in front of you paid money to be here too.
c)
Someone has to clean the seats if you get them dirty.
d)
All of the above.
76.
Why should you always take off your hat in the theatre?
a)
So we can see you hat hair.
b)
You could get food on it.
c)
Someone might think it is stolen.
d)
You may block someone's view.
77.

What is ONE etiquette rule you think ALL live performances should have?

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78.

When the lights dim in a theater it means:

a)

The show is going to begin.

b)

Someone is playing with the lights.

c)

It is time to go to the bathroom.

d)

You should finish your snacks.

79.

Why can't you take pictures during a performance??

a)

Copyright Laws

b)

Flash can be distracting

c)

It can distract other audience members

d)

All on the above

80.

Audience etiquette is appropriate audience behavior at a live event.

a)

True

b)

False

81.

What time should you arrive for the play?

a)

When it starts; 7:00pm

b)

10-15 min before the show

c)

7:30pm

82.

What is not allowed in the auditorium?

a)

Food

b)

Bottled Water

c)

Drinks

d)

Food and Drinks

83.

During the performance, you should__________.

a)

Be quiet

b)

Watch and listen

c)

Stay in your seat

d)

All of the above

84.

What is an appropriate reaction?

a)

Laughing extremely loud for attention

b)

Shouting

c)

Laughing at an appropriate time

d)

Whistling

85.

When does the play end?

a)

After curtain call and the auditorium lights come back on.

b)

When the stage lights fade out to black.

c)

When the music ends.

86.

Etiquette:

a)

Means to have polite behavior

b)

Means to have bad behavior

87.

Cell phones:

a)

Should be turned completely off.

b)

Should be turned on vibrate.

c)

Are not allowed in the building.

d)

Can only be used to record the play.

88.

What is the proper etiquette for sitting in a theater?

a)

Slouched down so you can barely see the stage.

b)

Sitting up straight, legs on the floor, but not on the seat in front of you.

c)

Feet on the seat in front of you.

d)

Criss cross applesauce on the chair.

89.

When the lights dim you should:

a)

Sit up and look straight ahead.

b)

Stop talking.

c)

Stop whispering, that is considered talking too.

d)

All the above

90.

A word meaning “customary code of polite behavior”:

a)

mindfulness

b)

ethics

c)

etiquette

d)

sensitivity

91.

When you are in an audience, good posture is important because:

a)

you can sing along better

b)

it energizes the performers

c)

it makes the theater look full

d)

the person behind you can see better

92.

An exception to the 'no talking rule' is:

a)

if the performers request audience participation

b)

if something totally unexpected happens

c)

if you need to get food from your friend

d)

booing when a character does something really bad

93.

Texting during a movie or play is not considered rude if you keep your screen brightness low.

a)

True

b)

False

94.

What you should do if you can't control your coughing:

a)

don't worry about it; it can't be helped

b)

leave the theater

c)

call 911 from your seat

d)

point your face toward the ground

95.

Which of the following would probably considered rude in a quiet theater?

a)

rattling of ice in a cup

b)

slurping drinks

c)

loud candy wrappers

d)

all of the above

96.

Humming or singing along:

a)

is good because it encourages the performers

b)

is bad because you might get a sore throat

c)

is good because performers often need help

d)

is bad unless the performers have asked for it

97.

If you spill something, the best thing to do is:

a)

go get a mop

b)

hope nobody notices

c)

throw popcorn in it so others will see it

d)

tell an attendant

98.

The point of audience etiquette is to do nothing that will _________ the performers or ___________ others in the audience.

a)

excite; energize

b)

insult; challenge

c)

distract; disturb

d)

discourage; disappoint

99.

What was your opinion of the play GOSSIP that you saw last Friday?

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100.

Essay: What is Audience Etiquette? Why is it important?

What were three examples of audience etiquette that you observed? What were three examples of audience members lack of audience etiquette that you observed?

Explain what they should've done to have correct audience behavior in a short essay (12-15 sentences).


Create a GOOGLE DOC and submit you answer.

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