Origins of Theatre Quiz

In which century did theatre begin as part of the annual parade for Dionysus?

• 4th century BC

• 5th century BC

• 6th century BC

• 7th century BC

What type of structure were the first theatres?

• Amphitheatres

• Palaces

• Temples

• Arenas

What does the Latin phrase "Deus ex Machina" loosely translate to in English?

• God from the machine

• Man from the mountain

• Hero from the heavens

• Fate from the future

Which of the following changes did the Romans make to the Orchestra?

• Made the Orchestra a true semi-circle.

• Cut the Orchestra circle in half.

• Turned the Orchestra into a larger, more permanent structure.

• Removed the Orchestra entirely.

Which of the following best describes the main function of pageant wagons in historical performances?

• They served as mobile stages for theatrical shows.

• They were used for military transport.

• They acted as food stalls during festivals.

• They were used for religious ceremonies only.

Which technique, discovered during the Renaissance, helped artists create the illusion of depth in their paintings?

• Linear perspective

• Pointillism

• Abstract expressionism

• Pop art

What is the main visual technique illustrated in the images above that was a significant discovery during the Renaissance?

• Linear perspective

• Collage

• Stippling

• Fresco

In what year did Charles II return to the throne, marking the beginning of the "Restoration Theatre" era?

• 1660

• 1642

• 1700

• 1625

Which country is associated with the Naturalism movement in 19th-century theatre?

• Germany

• France

• Russia

• England

Which nineteenth-century riot is described as the most violent and occurred outside New York's Astor Place Theater?

• The Boston Tea Party

• The Astor Place Riot

• The Haymarket Riot

• The Draft Riots