Medieval Theater & Costuming Quiz

What was the role of the Master of Register?

• In charge of costumes

• In charge of lighting

• In charge of the script

• Directed the music

What was the responsibility of the Master of Secrets?

• Managing the actors

• Handling the finances

• In charge of machines and special effects

• Writing the script

Which type of play is about the lives of saints?

• Mystery plays

• Miracle plays

• Morality plays

• Secular plays

What type of plays include slapstick comedies?

• Mystery plays

• Miracle plays

• Secular plays

• Morality plays

Where is the stage located in an arena theatre?

• At the back of the room

• In the center of the room

• On the side of the room

• Above the audience

What is a thrust theatre?

• A stage surrounded by audience on all sides

• A stage with audience on three sides

• A stage with audience on one side

• A stage with no audience

What does "DL" stand for in stage directions?

• Downstage Left

• Down Left

• Downstage Lower

• Down Lower

What type of costumes were used in Bible story performances?

• Modern costumes

• Christian vestments stylized from Byzantine court dress

• Chinese costumes

• Greek costumes

What was key when clothing performers in traditional theatre?

• Modern fashion

• Stereotypical characterization

• Random selection

• Comfort

Which theatre is known for having lavish costumes?

• Greek theatre

• Roman theatre

• Chinese theatre

• Indian theatre