Year 9 Dramatic Terms Quiz
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BODY LANGUAGE is
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The way an actor uses their body to convey meaning to the audience
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When you are inspired to add something new to your play
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When you act a foreign character like a Russian Teacher
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If you use a freeze frame on stage
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To all the drama lovers out there who indulge in plays and books for both the old and young audience take this quiz. It is specifically designed to help you find out how much you gained in class during the previous semester.
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A FREEZE FRAME is....
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When your mum put a picture frame in the freezer
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A magnetic frame that goes on the outside of the freezer
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When the actors freeze in their position so that the image on stage is like a 3D photograph
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When the actors act like it is really cold by shivering and chattering their teeth
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A. When the actors freeze in their position so that the image on stage is like a 3D photographExplanation
A freeze frame refers to a technique used in theater where actors freeze in their positions, creating a still image that resembles a 3D photograph on stage. This technique is commonly used to emphasize a particular moment or to create a visually striking image for the audience.Rate this question:
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A story that is played out on stage is called....
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A fairytale
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A gossip show
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A play
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One level of a high rise building
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A. A playExplanation
A story that is played out on stage is called a play. Plays are live performances that involve actors performing a scripted story in front of an audience. They often include dialogue, music, and various theatrical elements to convey the narrative. Unlike fairytales or gossip shows, which can be told through different mediums, plays specifically refer to theatrical productions. The option "one level of a high rise building" is unrelated and does not pertain to the question.Rate this question:
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When a director tells you to work on your VOLUME, they mean....
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How loudly or quietly you are speaking on stage
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That you should act the role of a bigger person
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That you need to puff out your cheeks to make them fatter
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That you should use a bigger space for the acting area
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A. How loudly or quietly you are speaking on stageExplanation
When a director tells you to work on your VOLUME, they mean how loudly or quietly you are speaking on stage. This instruction is related to the projection of your voice and ensuring that it reaches the audience clearly. Adjusting the volume helps create the desired impact and ensures that the audience can hear and understand your lines effectively. By working on your volume, you can control the intensity and dynamics of your performance, enhancing the overall theatrical experience.Rate this question:
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FACIAL EXPRESSIONS tell the audience...
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What mood the actor is showing
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That the actor/actress is wearing make-up
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What the actor/actress is going to do next
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What actions the actor/actress is doing
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A. What mood the actor is showingExplanation
Facial expressions are a powerful tool for conveying emotions and feelings. They provide visual cues to the audience about the mood of the actor. By observing the actor's facial expressions, the audience can interpret whether the character is happy, sad, angry, or any other emotion. These expressions help the audience connect with the character and understand their emotional state, enhancing their overall understanding and engagement with the performance.Rate this question:
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IMPROVISATION is
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When actors/actresses create something dramatic without rehearsal
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A type of stage arrangement
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A particular type of play that uses a script
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A play that shows sporting events
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A. When actors/actresses create something dramatic without rehearsalExplanation
Improvisation refers to the act of actors or actresses creating something dramatic spontaneously, without any prior rehearsal or preparation. This involves thinking on their feet, making up dialogue, actions, and reactions in the moment. It is a technique commonly used in theater and improvisational comedy, where performers rely on their creativity, spontaneity, and quick thinking to create engaging and entertaining performances.Rate this question:
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It is important for the audience to be able to see the actor/actress' faces so that they can interpret...
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The actor/actress' hairstyle
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Body language
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Facial expressions
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The colour of their eyes
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A. Facial expressionsExplanation
The audience needs to be able to see the actor/actress' faces in order to interpret their facial expressions. Facial expressions play a crucial role in conveying emotions, intentions, and reactions of the characters. They provide valuable cues for the audience to understand the storyline and the characters' motivations. Without being able to see the actors' facial expressions, the audience would miss out on a significant aspect of the performance and may struggle to fully engage with the story.Rate this question:
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MIME is when....
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The costume that you have chosen to be yours
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Like MINE but one letter is changed for drama only
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You act without use of body language
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You act without your voice
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A. You act without your voiceExplanation
MIME refers to a form of performance art where actors convey emotions, actions, and stories without using their voice. Instead, they rely on exaggerated body movements, gestures, facial expressions, and props to communicate with the audience. This form of acting emphasizes physicality and the use of visual cues to convey meaning and engage the audience.Rate this question:
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When you take on a part in a play, you are taking on a....
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Wig
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Role
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Mask
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Roll
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A. RoleExplanation
When you take on a part in a play, you are assuming a specific character or role. This involves embodying the traits, personality, and actions of that character. Wearing a wig or mask may be part of the costume, but the crucial aspect is the role itself. The role defines the character and their purpose in the play, making it the most fitting answer.Rate this question:
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If, when acting, you are told to improve your posture and gesture, you will need to look at ....
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The way you use your voice
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Your use of the stage space
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The interaction between the actors
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Your body language
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A. Your body languageExplanation
When told to improve posture and gesture while acting, one needs to focus on their body language. Body language refers to the nonverbal communication expressed through physical movements, gestures, and facial expressions. It plays a crucial role in conveying emotions, intentions, and character traits on stage. By paying attention to their body language, actors can enhance their performance by effectively portraying their character and engaging with the audience. This includes maintaining proper posture, using appropriate gestures, and utilizing the stage space effectively to create a more compelling and convincing portrayal.Rate this question:
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It's important for a play to include TENSION so that ...
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Actors and actresses must show this in their muscles on stage
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There is a tightrope on the stage set
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The action on stage goes on longer than expected
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There is something interesting so that audience does not get bored
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A. There is something interesting so that audience does not get boredExplanation
Tension in a play is important because it creates anticipation and excitement, keeping the audience engaged and preventing boredom. It adds a sense of suspense and drama to the storyline, making the audience curious about what will happen next. This heightened interest and emotional investment in the play's events and characters make it more enjoyable and memorable for the audience.Rate this question:
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Drama is like Maths because actors/actresses need to remember to ....
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Hold a 45 degree angle position to the audience and other actors
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Use a protractor to measure their distance apart on stage
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A piece of pie equals 3.14
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Trigonometry is the essence of all acting
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MOOD is something that ...
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Is nothing to do with drama at all
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Actors and actresses try to create for their audience
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Is a type of special stone that changes colour with how you are feeling
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Grumpy people have a lot
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A. Actors and actresses try to create for their audienceExplanation
MOOD is something that actors and actresses try to create for their audience. This means that actors and actresses work to evoke certain emotions or atmospheres in their performances in order to elicit specific reactions from the audience. They use various techniques such as body language, facial expressions, tone of voice, and overall performance style to convey the desired mood. The other options provided in the question are incorrect as they do not accurately describe the concept of mood in relation to actors and actresses.Rate this question:
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As the audience anticipates certain outcomes in the plot...(finish the sentence)
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The stage set gets higher
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They laugh uncontrollably
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They want to join in and act themselves
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Tension builds up
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A. Tension builds upExplanation
As the audience anticipates certain outcomes in the plot, tension builds up. This is because the audience becomes more invested in the story and its characters, and they start to feel the suspense and excitement of what might happen next. The anticipation of certain outcomes creates a sense of unease and expectation, leading to a buildup of tension in the audience.Rate this question:
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When you take on a ROLE in a play, you are using your body language, voice and movement to create...
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A sandwich
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A character
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A monster
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An action
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A. A characterExplanation
When you take on a role in a play, you are using your body language, voice, and movement to portray a character. In a play, actors embody different characters and bring them to life through their physicality and vocal expressions. They use their body language to convey emotions, their voice to deliver lines and dialogue, and their movement to interact with other characters and the stage. By doing so, they create a believable and engaging character that the audience can connect with and understand.Rate this question:
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PACE refers to ...
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How quickly or slowly something is said
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The amount of space you use up on stage
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A particular facial expression to engage the audience
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When actors do something face to face
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A. How quickly or slowly something is saidExplanation
PACE refers to how quickly or slowly something is said. In the context of communication or performance, pace refers to the speed at which someone speaks or delivers their lines. It can greatly impact the overall effectiveness and understanding of the message being conveyed. Speaking too quickly may result in information being lost or misunderstood, while speaking too slowly may lead to boredom or disengagement from the audience. Therefore, understanding and controlling pace is essential for effective communication and engaging an audience.Rate this question:
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When improvising, one of these actions has a negative effect, which one...
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Blocking
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Extending
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Accepting
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Offering
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A. BlockingExplanation
Blocking has a negative effect when improvising because it hinders the flow of ideas and limits the creativity of the participants. When someone blocks, they reject or dismiss the ideas or contributions of others, creating a hostile or uncooperative environment. This can stifle collaboration and prevent the exploration of new possibilities. In improvisation, the goal is to build upon and support each other's ideas, so blocking goes against the fundamental principles of the practice.Rate this question:
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If an actor/actress is improvising and they add something new to the action, it is called ...
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Blocking
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Accepting
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Extending
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Offering
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A. ExtendingExplanation
When an actor/actress is improvising and they add something new to the action, it is called "extending." This means that they are building upon the existing scene or dialogue by introducing new elements or ideas. It shows creativity and the ability to think on their feet, enhancing the overall improvisation.Rate this question:
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If one actor says "Hey let's go for a swim?" and the second actor says "Okay, I'll race you." - the second actor is...
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Blocking and offering
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Accepting and blocking
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Accepting and extending
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Offering and extending
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A. Accepting and extendingExplanation
The second actor is accepting the invitation to go for a swim and extending it further by suggesting a race. This shows that they are not only agreeing to the initial proposal but also adding an additional element to make the activity more engaging.Rate this question:
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When improvising, if one actor/actress asks another actor/actress a question, it is called...
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An offer
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A block
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Extending
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Accepting
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A. An offerExplanation
When improvising, if one actor/actress asks another actor/actress a question, it is called an offer. In improvisation, an offer is any action, line, or gesture that contributes to the scene and gives the other actor something to work with. Asking a question can provide a new direction or information for the scene, allowing the other actor to build upon it and continue the improvisation.Rate this question:
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The events that happen on stage are sometimes called....
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The movement
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The trick
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The improvisation
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The action
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A. The actionExplanation
The events that happen on stage are sometimes referred to as "the action" because it encompasses all the physical and verbal activities performed by the actors. It includes their movements, dialogue, and interactions with each other and the set. "The action" is a broad term that encompasses the overall performance and is essential in conveying the story and engaging the audience.Rate this question:
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One trick that actors use to help the audience to look at a particular thing that is happening on stage, is when they all look at the same point. In this way, the audience knows to look at what is happening in that space. This is professionally called...
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Direction
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Focus
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Tension
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Pace
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A. FocusExplanation
Actors use the technique of "Focus" to direct the audience's attention to a specific point on stage. By looking at the same point, they signal to the audience that something important is happening in that particular space. This helps the audience to know where to direct their attention and enhances their understanding of the performance.Rate this question:
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In drama, when we talk about the PITCH of your voice, it refers to...
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How loudly or quietly something an actor or actress speaks
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The speed with which an actor or actress speaks
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The actions that the actor or actress uses when speaking
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Is whether we use our voice in high or low notes
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A. Is whether we use our voice in high or low notesExplanation
The correct answer is whether we use our voice in high or low notes. In drama, the pitch of one's voice refers to the range of high and low notes they use while speaking. It is not related to the volume or speed of speech, or the physical actions used while speaking.Rate this question:
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A TABLEAUX is a word that also refers to ....
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A table as part of the stage set
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A freeze frame
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The area otherwise known as stage left
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Something that happens in Greek theatre
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A. A freeze frameExplanation
A TABLEAUX is a word that also refers to a freeze frame. In theater, a tableau is a technique where actors freeze in a specific pose or position to create a still image that represents a particular moment or scene. This technique is often used to convey a powerful or significant moment in the play and allows the audience to reflect on the emotions and actions of the characters.Rate this question:
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A play is split up into several different parts. Each part is called....(type your answer in the box below)
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