Acting Knowledge Quiz

According to Robert Cohen, can acting be taught?

What combination of talents does Robert Cohen suggest will help you become a great actor?

What is EXUBERANCE, and what does the author suggest will help you gain exuberance?

What does Robert Cohen say about criticism?

What is the main theme of the text regarding acting?

• Acting requires a deep understanding of literature

• Acting is primarily about memorizing lines

• Acting requires energy and a positive attitude

• Acting is only for extroverted individuals

True or False: Acting is work, but it is also play. If you forget that, you lose a crucial aspect of this very subtle art.

• True

• False

True or False: Trust cannot be forced, but you can't sit around waiting for it to arrive either.

• True

• False

What does Robert Cohen suggest doing when it comes to trusting your acting peers?

What skills from Lesson 1 are incorporated in the pledge of allegiance exercise?

What skills in Part I of this text do you feel you need to improve on? What steps will you take to improve on these skills? (Note these skills are not developed just during rehearsals)