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Medieval (Middle Ages) & Renaissance Theater
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1
Today, in modern, culture, we still see references to both Greek and Shakespearean works?
False
True
2
Who invented the movable type, allowing books to be reprinted faster?
Johannes Gutenburg; to produce reading materials to the masses
Benjamin Franklin to make his penny press newspaper in the US
Monks during the rise of Christianity to make the Bible more accessable
Shakespeare in an effort to mass produce his works
3
Some researchers suggest Shakespeare may have
a. Created Hip-hop verses
Both b and c
b. Coined/made-up over 2,000 modern phrases
c. Translated the King James version of the Bible
4
No story is new, stories are simply retold for new generations?
True
False
5
During Shakespeare's time, which theater was NOT found in London?
The Globe
The Swan and The Rose
The Theater
Paris Opera House
6
Beginning in the Renaissance, how do we see the development of modern theater?
Theater becomes a pastime again, even royalty would have box seats
All of the above
More than Bible stories are being told, even to include Greek Mythology
Plays are moving from biblical tales performed in the streets into theaters
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How did the Romans change theater compared to how the Greeks conceived theater?
Both B & C
b. Greek theater came to an end, due to the growing belief in Christianity
a. It was the same, only theatrical architecture changed, seating, etc.
c. Christians believed productions weren't moral and didn't support theater
8
In what years did Shakespeare live (birth-death)?
April 26, 1564 through April 26, 1616
April 23, 1564 through April 23, 1616
April 23, 1564 through April 26, 1616
April 26, 1564 through April 23, 1616
9
What is NOT a genre of plays in which Shakespeare wrote?
Tragedies
History Plays
Musical Theater
Comedies
10
What were the best seats in The Globe Theater and why?
Part of the crew because you could stand off-stage and watch the production
None of the above
Box seats because it was more important to hear than see
The standing room for the Groudlings; audience was a part of the production
11
Some researchers question whether Shakespeare was
Only hiring women to write the female parts in his plays
the AUTHOR of the Bible
A writing company; which he headed; many people contributed to his works
The only person to have written ALL of his works, both plays and poetry
12
How did Shakespeare develop most of his story plots?
He created all of his story lines/plots from scratch by himself
He used stories that were already created and expanded upon them
He only used historical figures to craft his works of non-fiction
He contracted out with a team of writers to develop his storylines
13
What were NOT the circumstances of Shakespeare's marriage?
He married the love of his life
Many of his writings were not to his wife, but to his patrons
He only married because his wife was with child
He was known to have inappropriate relationships with others
14
How did the movable type/press impact literary and reading?
a. Made materials easier to reproduce so many could afford them
b. didn't have an impact only the wealthy continued to read/learn to read
Both a and c
c. It inspired and made accessible reading materials to to the masses
15
The Medieval Times or Middle Ages were between what dates?
500 BCE and the start of the Christian Calendar
1500-1776
Yet to come
500 AD to 1500 AD
16
After Shakespeare's death, who collected his works into Folios?
He already had his works in the making of his folios
Christopher Marlow and friends
Ben Johnson and friends
His wife and children with help of friends
17
What happened to theater during Medieval times (Middle Ages)?
Theaters were built to house larger productions and gladiator games
Man did not have time for theater for war; therefore, it ceased to exist
Theater was seen as unholy and largely came to an end
Street productions were only allowed that told bible stories
18
Shakespeare is considered the greatest playwright of all time.
True
False
19
How did the Romans change the Greek myths?
Romans did not supported Christianity and banned mythology
Romans allowed all of the Greek Gods to remain the same
Romans changed behaviors of the Gods only to the best qualities "God Like"
Romans only changed the names of the Gods
20
Both during Greek theater until after the days of Shakespeare, _______ were allowed to perform on stage.
both men and women
only men and boys
only those that had appropriate costumes
only women were allowed female parts
21
What is reflected in current religion that was similar to the Roman's view of the Gods?
Mythology should only be taught as literature
One should act and want to be "God" like in character
Only Christian plays are appropriate for the stage
They support war to spread Christianity
22
What was the country to have women on the stage first and also popular indoor theater seating?
England
The United States
Germany
France
23
Shakespeare's nickname is
The Bard
The Beetle
Story Master
The Beetle and The Bard
24
What era came after the Middle Ages; what does this word mean?
Post-apocalyptic; death and rebirth
Renaissance; rebirth
Post-modern times; new age
Renaissance; death
