Moliere - Man of Satire and Many Burials: Crash Course Theater #21

The video explores the evolution of theater in Renaissance France, focusing on architecture, company organization, and the status of actors. It highlights the influence of Louis XIII and XIV, and the contributions of Moliere, a pivotal figure in French theater. Moliere's controversial play Tartuffe is analyzed, along with his legacy in shaping modern comedy. The video concludes with Moliere's impact on the Comedie-Francaise and his enduring influence on theater.

Who is the comic writer introduced in the French Renaissance theater section?

• Victor Hugo

• Pierre Corneille

• Jean-Baptiste Poquelin

• Jean Racine

What was the original purpose of the first French theaters?

• Royal palaces

• Tennis courts

• Opera houses

• Churches

Which group was allowed to settle permanently in Paris in 1629?

• The Troupe Royale

• The Comedie-Francaise

• The King's Men

• The Illustrious Theater

What unique snack was sold at French theater performances?

• Popcorn

• Macarons

• Pretzels

• Chocolates

What proclamation did Louis XIII issue regarding actors?

• Actors should be banned from performing

• Actors should be given noble status

• Actors should perform only for the king

• Actors should avoid immoral performances

Which play by Moliere was considered scandalous and faced opposition from the church?

• The Imaginary Invalid

• The School for Wives

• Tartuffe

• The Misanthrope

What was Moliere's approach to comedy?

• Holding a mirror up to life

• Exaggeration and wild coincidence

• Focus on historical events

• Strict adherence to neoclassical rules

What was the outcome of Moliere's play 'Tartuffe' after revisions?

• It was banned permanently

• It was accepted and performed

• It was rewritten as a tragedy

• It was never completed

What illness did Moliere suffer from during his final performance?

• Tuberculosis

• Pneumonia

• Asthma

• Heart disease

Where can Moliere's grave be visited today?

• Notre-Dame Cathedral

• Pere Lachaise Cemetery

• The Louvre

• Versailles