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Greek Theatre Game Review

Total questions: 12

Worksheet time: 7mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which of the following is TRUE about Greek Plays & Celebrations

a)

They were meant to honor and celebrate Dionysus

b)

The plays were performed at night ONLY

c)

All performances were done inside, like most modern-day theatre!

d)

None of the above!

2.

Masks are now the (a)   symbol for drama! (HINT: 9 letters, begins with a u)

3.

Greek theatre masks were created ONLY for entertainment purposes, because they look so pretty:

a)
True
b)
False
4.
Who attended Greek theatre tragedies
a)
Everyone (except women)
b)
Only the rich
c)
Whoever could afford the ticket price
d)
Old Men and Children
5.
Women roles in Greek theatre were always played by women.
a)
False
b)
True
6.
What area is show in red?
a)
Orchestra
b)
Parados
c)
Skene
d)
Theatron
7.

What part of the Greek theatre is where the audiences sit?

a)
Skene
b)
Theatron
c)
Parados
d)
Orchestra
8.
Who was the Greek god of theater?
a)
Dionysus
b)
Thespis
c)
Zeus
d)
Sophocles
9.
Who was the first actor?
a)
Dionysus
b)
Thespis
c)
Satyr
d)
Dithyramb
10.
What were Greek theaters built on?
a)
Mountains
b)
Flatland
c)
Prarie
d)
Hills
11.

What TWO ways is Greek Theatre similar to modern-day theatre?

a)

Content- the performances of comedy and tragedy

b)

Audience Etiquette Requirements- both modern-day and Greek theatre audiences are expected to be loud and rowdy!

c)

Tech Theatre- Greeks and modern day theatre uses costumes, makeup, and masks

d)

Both A & C

12.

Masks were vital in dramatic history because it allowed actors to convey (a)   , was easier for men to portray female characters, and gave actors the chance to play more than one character. (HINT: 8 letters)