Asian Theatre Quiz

Which form of Japanese theatre is known for its elaborate makeup and costumes?

• Peking Opera

• Bunraku

• Kabuki

• Sanskrit Drama

Which form of Asian theatre is the oldest and emphasizes simplicity and elegance?

• Noh theatre

• Kabuki theatre

• Peking opera

• Bunraku theatre

Which form of Asian theatre involves the use of puppets controlled by puppeteers?

• Sanskrit Drama

• kabuki

• Kunqu opera

• Bunraku

Which form of Asian theatre originated in ancient India, using the language of the Hindu religion?

• Noh Theatre

• Peking Opera

• Kabuki Theatre

• Sanskrit Theatre

Which form of Asian theatre is performed in China and is known for its melodic singing?

• Noh

• Kabuki

• Bunraku

• Kunqu Opera

Which form of Asian theatre is known for its slow, methodical movements (such as when the actor enters the stage area)?

• Noh

• Peking Opera

• Bunraku

• Kabuki

Which form of Asian theatre is characterized by its use of specific, exaggerated eye and eyebrow movements?

• Sanskrit Drama

• Bunraku

• Peking Opera

• Noh

Which form of Asian theatre is often performed on a simple stage with minimal props? (hint: the back wall of the stage is a painted tree)

• Noh theatre

• Kabuki theatre

• Bunraku theatre

• Sanskrit Drama

Which form of Asian theatre involves the use of large puppets operated by multiple puppeteers?

• Bunraku

• Noh

• Kabuki

• Wayang

Which form of Asian theatre is known for its beautiful songs and stories about romance?

• Noh

• Kunqu Opera

• Kabuki

• Bunraku