Vocabulary
History
Drama Rama!
In Ye Olden Days
Misc
100
Maya was the lead ________ in the play.
Thespian
100
Where did the word "theatre" come from?
Greeks (Bonus: a place to move)
100
What did a Greek chorus do?
They sang and danced.
100
Where do the words "drama," "comedy," and "tragedy" come from?
Greeks
100
Guided Study for English occurs on what day of the week?
Tuesday
200
The ancient Greeks would perform their plays in the _________.
Orchestra
200
Why did ancient Greeks perform plays?
They would perform plays to honor the Greek god Dionysus.
200
How does a script look different than a typical book?
Juan: Hey man! What's up? Anita: Hi, do you have the homework from yesterday?
200
How can a prop enhance your performance on stage?
A prop can add realism and can be used as a tool for acting.
200
Which video game series features the character "Ganondorf?"
Zelda
300
I don't know what to say on stage because I lost my _________.
Script
300
This major Greek playwright introduced a third actor and scenery painting.
Who is Sophocles?
300
How did primitive people use drama in their daily lives?
They would act out their adventures from hunting.
300
What is a major contribution of Roman theatre on today's movies?
Background music Permanent sets Short comedies Unlimited actors
300
On what date will the iPhone 5 be released?
September 21st
400
After Linnet gave her _____________, the audience stood up to applaud her.
Monologue
400
This major Greek playwright introduced a second actor and more elaborate costumes.
Who is Aeschylus?
400
How can drama help you in real life?
Self-confidence Quick decisions Team work
400
What is the name of the most famous Roman playwright?
Who is Seneca?
400
"Chillin by the fire while we eat fondue" is a lyric from what song?
"Boyfriend" by Justin Bieber
500
In Drama we have been reading fables and ___________ them for a modern audience.
Adapting
500
What influence does Greek theatre have on us today?
They gave us: A narrator Scenery Multiple characters
500
How is going to the theatre different from watching TV?
Theatre has a live audience. There is a player-audience relationship between the actors on stage and the audience.
500
Aeneas, the ancestor of ancient Rome, is said to have come from what major city?
What is Troy?
500
From what "District" does Katniss Everdeen come from?
What is District 12?
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