Theater 1 Flashcard

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Who were the actors in Greek theater?

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Only men

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What did the Chorus do during the performance?

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Speak in unison during choral odes

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What type of amphitheater were Greek plays performed in?

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Open-air theaters

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What were the awards given for in Greek theater?

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Best playwright

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What role did the god Dionysus play in the context of Greek theater?

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He was the patron god of theater and performance, and festivals were held in his honor.

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How did the structure of the Greek theater enhance the audience's experience?

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By using a circular design to focus sound and action towards the audience

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How were female roles typically portrayed in ancient Greek theater?

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By masked male actors.

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Which Greek playwright is known for introducing the second actor into plays, effectively inventing dialogue?

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Aeschylus

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What was the primary function of the skene in Greek theater?

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To serve as a backdrop and hiding place for actors

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How did Greek theater originally evolve?

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From religious ceremonies to honor the gods