Basic Drama Terms Trivia Questions! Quiz
This quiz will ask you to answer some questions about basic drama terms. Have as many shots at it as you like. . . Enjoy!
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What is the difference between "scene" and "scenery"?
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Hah, you're kidding - there's no difference!
- B.
A scene is beautiful, but scenery is not...?
- C.
Scene means part of the play; scenery tells you where we are.
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"Scene", "scenery", all nonsense! Let's just act!!!
Correct Answer
C. Scene means part of the play; scenery tells you where we are.Explanation
The correct answer explains that "scene" refers to a part of a play, while "scenery" refers to the visual elements that indicate the location of the play. In other words, a scene is a specific segment or sequence within a play, while scenery sets the stage and provides the backdrop for the scene. The answer highlights the distinction between the two terms and their respective roles in theatrical productions.Rate this question:
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In a given play, there could be three types of props. These are:
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Props? You mean the object that holds you up when you can't stand straight...?
- B.
Set props, Hand props, Personal props.
- C.
I thought there were only two types...
- D.
Head props, Tail props, Brain props.
Correct Answer
B. Set props, Hand props, Personal props.Explanation
The given answer is correct because it correctly identifies the three types of props commonly used in a play. Set props are objects used to decorate the stage and create the setting, hand props are objects that actors handle or use during a scene, and personal props are objects carried or worn by actors to enhance their character's portrayal. The other options mentioned in the question are incorrect and do not correspond to the actual types of props used in theater productions.Rate this question:
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The two Ws that establish the setting are:
- A.
Why and How.
- B.
Who and When.
- C.
What and Where.
- D.
When and Where.
Correct Answer
D. When and Where.Explanation
The two Ws that establish the setting are "When and Where." This is because the setting of a story or event is determined by the specific time and place in which it takes place. Knowing the "When" helps to understand the historical context and time period, while the "Where" provides information about the physical location and environment. These details are crucial for setting the stage and creating a vivid backdrop for the narrative.Rate this question:
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WHO is the W that establishes the
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character - 5.
WHY is the W that defines the
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motivation - 6.
The set of the forest Little Red Riding Hood would probably have...
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Buildings, backdrop of the sea, lots of trees, more trees, flowers
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OK, first tell me what you mean by "set".
- C.
A cottage, trees, flowers, maybe a backdrop showing a path...?
- D.
Flowers, more flowers, one tree, one wolf.
Correct Answer
C. A cottage, trees, flowers, maybe a backdrop showing a path...?Explanation
The correct answer is A cottage, trees, flowers, maybe a backdrop showing a path...? This answer is the most comprehensive and includes all the elements mentioned in the previous statements. It includes a cottage, trees, flowers, and a backdrop showing a path, which are all common elements found in the forest setting of the Little Red Riding Hood story.Rate this question:
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