Aristotelean Elements of Drama Quiz
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What is the role of music in theatre?

  • To set the stage for the actors
  • To control the lighting effects
  • To create patterns and establish tempo (correct)
  • To design costumes and special effects
  • How does music contribute to the plot in musical theatre?

  • By controlling dialogue rhythm
  • By controlling the lighting effects
  • By designing the scenic elements
  • By strengthening the themes and ideas of the play (correct)
  • What does 'spectacle' refer to in theatre?

  • The melody and music compositions
  • The visual elements of the play created for theatrical event (correct)
  • The background music played as underscore
  • The rhythm of dialogue and speeches
  • What is NOT part of music in a theatrical production?

    <p>Scenic design</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do composers and lyricists contribute to a play?

    <p>By working with playwrights to strengthen themes and ideas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way do songs impact a theatrical presentation?

    <p>By pushing the plot forward and intensifying the story</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the element of 'Plot' in drama primarily contain?

    <p>The story that the play narrates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main role of 'Characters' in a play?

    <p>To move the action of the play forward</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Theme/Thought' refer to in drama?

    <p>The central idea of the play</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main role of 'Language/Diction' in drama?

    <p>Move the plot and action along, provide exposition, and define characters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Language/Diction' refer to in relation to playwrights?

    <p>Word choices made by playwright and how actors enunciate the language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key role of 'Characters' in relation to a play's plot?

    <p>Moving the action of the play forward</p> Signup and view all the answers

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