Greek Theatre
True or False?
Greek people were largely monotheistic.
False, polytheistic.
True or False:
Traditional poetry is meant to be said outloud.
False.
True or False:
Black artists faced many unfair obstacles in the past
true
True or False:
Spoken word poetry is meant to be said outloud.
True
Where did Hip-Hop dance start?
Bronx, New York
What are the three types of plays in Greek Theatre?
satyr, comdey, tragedy
What website did you use to to search a traditional poem?
Poetry outloud
What type of roles did Black people play?
Limited ones, they were often sterotypical.
What two main issues does spoken word shine light on?
social and political issues
These 3 styles were initially performed in the streets and at parties before becoming more formalized in competitions.
breaking, popping, locking
Who was Thespis?
The first actor credited to stepping out of the Chorus.
When stanza/lines have a rhyme scheme:
ABAB, ABBA, etc. etc.
Why is representation important?
List one of the three or all:
1.It helps everyone feel included
and valued
2. Gives diverse role models to
look up to
3. Makes stories more interesting
and realistic
what are two of the three elements of spoken word?
poetry, storytelling, and theatre
These 3 styles emerged during modern Hip-Hop (2000s)
krumping, turfing, lyrical Hip-Hop
Name 2 Greek Gods we discussed in class.
Dionysus, Zues, Apollo, etc. etc. (any listed on the Powerpoint is fine)
What is a limmerick poem?
an Irish short poem with five lines that rhyme:
AA,BB,A
Who was the first major black filmmaker
Oscar Micheaux
What are three things spoken word emphasizes?
rhythm, gestures, and vocal expression
turntables
Who was the Greek tragedy about that was turned into a spider?
Arachne
what does traditional poetry focus on?
focuses on craft and meaning without competition
Name atleast one Ava Duvernay film.
Selma, A wrinkle in time, 13th
informal and conversational
Name the 3 modern Hip-Hop dancers we discussed in class.
Les Twins, Paris Goebel, and Sean Bankhead