Theatre and Performance: Engage in the Art of Drama and Performance

Question 1

What is the term for the imaginary line that bisects the stage into two equal halves?

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Center line

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Proscenium arch

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Apron

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Downstage

Question 2

Which performance style is characterized by its emphasis on physicality and movement?

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Physical theatre

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Naturalism

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Expressionism

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Brechtian theatre

Question 3

Who is widely regarded as the pioneer of modern theatre?

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Konstantin Stanislavski

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William Shakespeare

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Bertolt Brecht

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Anton Chekhov

Question 4

Which of the following is a defining feature of naturalistic theatre?

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Focus on everyday life and ordinary characters

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Exaggerated gestures and makeup

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Emphasis on symbolism and abstraction

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Alienated audience perspective

Question 5

What is the primary role of a dramaturg in theatre?

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Conducting research and providing historical context

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Writing the script

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Directing the actors

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Designing the costumes

Question 6

What is the primary purpose of a monologue in a play?

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To reveal a character's inner thoughts and emotions

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To advance the plot

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To provide comic relief

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To foreshadow upcoming events

Question 7

Which of the following is a key principle of Brechtian theatre?

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Use of epic narrative

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Breaking the fourth wall

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Focus on emotional realism

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Immersive audience experience

Question 8

Stanislavski's System places emphasis on the actor's:

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Emotional preparation

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Physical technique

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Improvisational skills

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Audience interaction

Question 9

Bertolt Brecht's Epic Theatre aimed to:

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Alienate the audience from the action

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Provide a sense of escapism

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Focus on individual character development

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Create a highly emotional experience

Question 10

Which dramatic technique creates suspense by withholding information from the audience?

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Dramatic irony

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Foreshadowing

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Deus ex machina

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Anagnorisis

Question 11

The term 'mise en scène' primarily refers to:

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The visual elements of a performance

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The arrangement of actors on stage

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The lighting and sound effects

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The costumes and props

Question 12

The primary role of a theatre director is to:

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Interpret the play and guide the actors

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Design the costumes and sets

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Manage the budget and schedule

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Promote the production

Question 13

Which of the following is a characteristic of postmodern theatre?

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Fragmentation and non-linearity

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Realistic settings

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Linear narrative

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Didactic purpose

Question 14

The purpose of a rehearsal in theatre is primarily to:

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Prepare the actors and production for performance

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Finalize the production concept

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Raise funds for the show

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Market the production

Question 15

Which element is NOT considered a fundamental component of theatre and performance?

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Audience participation

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Actor

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Script

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Technical aspects (e.g., lighting, sound)

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a primary responsibility of a theatre director?

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Managing the production's finances and budget

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Interpreting the script and envisioning the production

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Directing actors' movements and blocking on stage

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Leading rehearsals and guiding actors' performances

Question 17

Identify the fundamental principle of theatre that focuses on showcasing technical expertise.

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Technical virtuosity

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Audience engagement

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Collaborative storytelling

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Individual expression

Question 18

In a performance influenced by Bertolt Brecht's theories, what is the audience primarily expected to do?

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Reflect critically on the themes

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Immerse themselves emotionally

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Experience a cathartic release

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Engage with the performance wholeheartedly

Question 19

What is the main purpose of stage directions in a play?

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To guide actors' movements and actions on stage

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To provide background information on the setting and characters

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To enhance the dialogue and make it more engaging

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To symbolize deeper themes and motifs in the play

Question 20

Which performance style is known for its emphasis on realism and naturalism?

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Stanislavsky

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Brechtian

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Commedia dell'arte

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Expressionist

Question 21

What is meant by the term 'subtext' in theatre?

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The unspoken meaning or emotion conveyed through a character's performance

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The literal words spoken by the characters on stage

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The stage directions provided by the playwright

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The design elements used in the production, such as lighting and costumes

Question 22

What is the primary purpose of a critical analysis of a performance?

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To objectively evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the production

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To simply describe the performance in detail without analysis

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To promote the performance to potential audiences

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To provide historical context for the performance without evaluating it

Question 23

Which of the following is NOT a technique commonly used in rehearsal?

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Memorizing lines

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Table work (reading and discussing the play around a table)

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Voice exercises

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Improvisation (creating spontaneous scenes and dialogue)

Question 24

When analyzing a theatrical performance, which element focuses on the physical and vocal representation of the characters?

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Acting

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Design

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Directing

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Production

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT an indispensable component of theatre?

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Dialogue

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Actors

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Audience

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Lighting

Question 26

Method acting, pioneered by Stanislavski, emphasizes:

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Emotional connection to the character

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Physicality and movement

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Intense vocal projection

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Extensive use of improvisation

Question 27

Which of the following is a central tenet of Brecht's Epic Theatre?

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Distancing the audience

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Breaking the fourth wall

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Emphasis on character psychology

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Naturalistic representation

Question 28

Which of the following is a common characteristic of physical theatre?

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Emphasis on abstract movement

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Minimal use of dialogue

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Emphasis on realism

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Extensive use of technology

Question 29

What is the director's primary role in a theatrical production?

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To oversee the overall artistic vision

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To cast the actors

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To design the set

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To write the script

Question 30

What is the term for the moment of highest tension in a play?

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Climax

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Exposition

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Rising action

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Resolution

Question 31

Which of the following is NOT an ethical responsibility of theatre practitioners towards their audiences?

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Using their productions to promote their own personal beliefs and opinions

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Respecting the audience's time and attention by presenting engaging performances

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Avoiding content that could cause offense or promote harmful ideas

Question 32

The 'fourth wall' in theatre represents:

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The imaginary boundary separating the stage from the auditorium

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The physical barrier between actors and audience

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The backdrop of the stage

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The curtain that opens and closes the show

Question 33

Which performance style involves highly expressive and abstract physical movements?

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Physical theatre

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Realism

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Naturalism

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Expressionism

Question 34

A dramaturg's primary role in theatre is to:

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Provide research and context for the production

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Write the script

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Direct the actors

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Design the costumes and sets

Question 35

'Mise-en-scène' in theatre refers to:

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The overall visual composition of a stage production

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The lighting and sound effects

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The actors' costumes and makeup

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The script and dialogue

Question 36

A characteristic feature of post-modern theatre is:

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Non-linear structures and audience interaction

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Emphasis on traditional stagecraft

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Linear narratives

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Realistic settings

Question 37

The purpose of a 'dress rehearsal' is to:

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Finalize the technical aspects of the production

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Give the actors a chance to perform in front of an audience

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Showcase the production to critics and potential investors

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Allow the actors to practice their lines and blocking

Question 38

The concept of 'Gesamtkunstwerk' in theatre refers to:

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The integration of all artistic elements into a cohesive whole

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The use of technology to enhance audience immersion

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The focus on the actor's individual performance

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The incorporation of traditional music into the production

Question 39

What is the term used to describe the imaginary space created by actors on stage to enhance the believability of a performance?

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Magic circle

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Fourth wall

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Proscenium arch

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Curtain call

Question 40

Which of the following is a distinguishing characteristic of postmodern theatre?

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Fragmentation

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Linear narrative structure

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Naturalistic dialogue

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Traditional set design

Question 41

What is the primary responsibility of a stage director in a theatre production?

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Interpreting the script

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Designing the costumes

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Casting the actors

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Composing the music

Question 42

Which of the following is a key aspect of ensemble theatre?

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Collaborative teamwork

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Emphasis on individual performances

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Formal stage setting

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Focus on star actors

Question 43

Which of the following is a hallmark of Bertolt Brecht's Epic Theatre?

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Alienation effect

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Suspension of disbelief

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Naturalistic acting

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Minimalist set design

Question 44

What is the primary function of a lighting designer in theatre?

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Creating atmosphere and mood

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Ensuring the actors are visible to the audience

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Enhancing the sound effects

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Designing the costumes

Question 45

What is the term used to describe a performance created spontaneously by the actors without a set script?

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Devised

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Scripted

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Rehearsed

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Method acting

Question 46

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental principle of theatre?

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Audience engagement is not essential

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Live performance is integral

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Suspension of disbelief is necessary

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Collaboration is key

Question 47

In a Stanislavski system performance, the actor primarily relies on:

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Emotional recall

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Improvisation

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Imagination

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Physicality

Question 48

In Brechtian theatre, the Verfremdungseffekt is employed to:

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Alienate the audience from the action

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Encourage audience participation

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Immerse the audience in the illusion

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Create a sense of emotional catharsis

Question 49

Which of the following is a characteristic of physical theatre?

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Emphasis on movement and gesture

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Reliance on traditional text-based scripts

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Use of elaborate sets and costumes

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Focus on naturalistic dialogue

Question 50

In a devised theatre production, the performers:

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Collaboratively create the performance from scratch

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Follow a predetermined script

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Perform a classical text verbatim

Question 51

Which of the following is a purpose of a stage manager in a theatre production?

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Supervising all aspects of the performance

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Designing the set and costumes

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Directing the actors' performances

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Performing a lead role