Drama Elements Quiz

Who was the first to write about the essential elements of drama more than 2,000 years ago?

• Aristotle

• Homer

• Socrates

• Plato

Which of the following is NOT one of Aristotle's six essential elements of drama?

• Conflict

• Convention

• Genre

• Audience

What is the term for the event that 'gets the story going' in a play?

• Preliminary event

• Rising action

• Initial incident

• Climax

What refers to the type of play, such as comedy, tragedy, mystery, and historical play?

• Dialogue

• Convention

• Genre

• Audience

What is the term for the theatrical equipment used in a dramatic production to communicate environment?

• Props

• Lights

• Costumes

• Scenery (set)

Which of the following is NOT a performance element in drama?

• Character analysis

• Breath control

• Makeup

• Suspense

What is the capacity to relate to the feelings of another called?

• Projection

• Empathy

• Diction

• Inflection

What refers to the mode of expression or delivery of lines in drama?

• Speaking style

• Inflection

• Vocal expression

• Diction

What is the change in pitch or loudness of the voice called?

• Projection

• Diction

• Breath control

• Inflection

What refers to any movement of the actor's body to convey meaning?

• Nonverbal expression

• Vocal expression

• Gestures

• Facial expression