Theater History and Concepts

Theater History and Concepts

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

FREE Resource

The video explores the history of drama, from its primitive origins to the Greek and Roman influences, the Renaissance revival, and the Jacobean era. It highlights the role of the chorus in Greek theater, the impact of the Roman Church on drama, and the resurgence of interest during the Renaissance, particularly with figures like Shakespeare. The video also discusses the War of Theaters, a rivalry between playwrights, and concludes with announcements about future content.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to know the time period in which a piece of drama was written?

To know the author's biography

To compare it with modern plays

To understand the language used

To predict themes and interpret better

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the earliest known origin of drama?

Greek theater

Roman plays

Primitive enactments after hunting

Medieval morality plays

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary role of the chorus in Greek theater?

To act as the main characters

To provide commentary and insights

To entertain the audience with music

To direct the play

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the Roman Catholic Church oppose theaters?

They were difficult to control

They were too expensive

They promoted immoral behavior

They were not popular

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of plays emerged during the Middle Ages?

Renaissance dramas

Greek tragedies

Morality, mystery, and miracle plays

Roman comedies

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the term 'Renaissance' mean?

Revolution

Recollection

Rebirth

Reformation

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was unique about the 'mask' plays during the Jacobean era?

They were performed in open fields

They were exclusive to royal entertainment

They had no dialogue

They were performed by women only

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