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What is the function of music in traditional theatre production?
What is the function of music in traditional theatre production?
- Develops characters and dialogue
- Creates plot and storyline
- Designs costumes and sets
- Creates mood, atmosphere, and tension (correct)
What is unique about the Amhara dance?
What is unique about the Amhara dance?
- It involves unique neck, shoulder, and chest movement (correct)
- It requires distinctive waist movement
- It involves spreading long skirts like butterflies
- It is similar to the Japan bon dance
What is the name of the dance from the Amhara region?
What is the name of the dance from the Amhara region?
- Gonder
- Shegoye
- Eskesta (correct)
- Tigray
Which dance style is similar to the Japan bon dance?
Which dance style is similar to the Japan bon dance?
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What is the purpose of dance in society?
What is the purpose of dance in society?
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What is the role of theatre arts in music?
What is the role of theatre arts in music?
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Study Notes
Theatre and Dance
- Theatre arts can be integrated with music.
- Musical theatre combines elements of drama, acting, singing, and dancing to tell a story.
- Dance is a way of knowing and communicating.
Dance in Different Societies
- Dance is used to communicate on both personal and cultural levels and to meet physical and spiritual needs in all societies.
Music in Theatre
- Music creates mood, atmosphere, and tension in traditional theatre production.
Traditional Dances in Ethiopia
- Oromia dance is characterized by spreading long skirts like butterflies.
- Amhara dance is distinct for its unique neck, shoulder, and chest movement.
- Somali dance is associated with men wearing fur skin and using sticks.
- Gurage dance requires distinctive waist movement.
- Welayita dance reflects their hard work.
Regional Dances
- The dance of people in Amhara region is called Eskesta.
- Amhara dance is similar to Japan bon dance.
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Test your knowledge of theatre arts, including its integration with music and other elements. This quiz is designed for Grade 7 students. True or False questions to assess your understanding of theatre concepts.
