Quiz Theatre and Society

What was the main reason the Soviet authorities saw Vsevolod Meyerhold and Zinaida Raikh as a threat?

• They openly joined foreign political groups

• Their theatre style opposed socialist realism and the state’s cultural policy

• They attempted to overthrow the Soviet government militarily

• They refused to pay government taxes on their productions

During the American "red scare," how did the House Committee on Un-American Activities (HUAC) primarily suppress artists and playwrights?

• By blacklisting individuals accused of communist ties without judicial proof

• By imprisoning anyone who attended theatre productions

• By censoring only foreign writers and directors

• By demanding they perform only patriotic plays

How did the performance of Greek plays during the City Dionysia festival reflect the civic values of Athens?

• The performances focused solely on entertainment without any civic themes.
• They emphasized individual achievements over community values.
• The plays were primarily about foreign cultures and had no relevance to Athens.
• The performances reflected civic values by promoting community engagement, civic pride, and moral discussions.

How did Greek theatre of the fifth century B.C.E. differ from medieval mystery cycles?

• Greek theatre was performed in large arenas, while medieval mystery cycles were performed in private homes.
• Greek theatre developed into philosophical debate, while medieval theatre affirmed religious beliefs

• Greek theatre was primarily focused on dance and music, while medieval mystery cycles were purely theatrical performances.
• Greek theatre was private, while medieval theatre was strictly public

How did Elizabethan theatre differ from Greek and medieval theatre?

• It operated year-round in permanent playhouses.

• Medieval theatre was more commercially driven than Elizabethan theatre.
• Greek theatre emphasized character development more than Elizabethan theatre.
• Elizabethan theatre was primarily focused on religious themes.

What factors helped the growth of Elizabethan theatre in London?

• Increase of interest in literature

• Elizabeth I’s long reign and political stability.

• Rise of outdoor sports events
• Lack of concern about the plague.