Elements of Drama Quiz Review

What were the two playhouses that Shakespeare's plays were performed in?

What is a 'history' play?

Despite not having much scenery, the actors had elaborate __________

The text above is an example of:

The Queen who supported the playhouses, loved theatre, and ruled during Shakespeare’s time is:

What are the three types of plays?

Shakespeare is still performed today because he understood what...

What type of play is Romeo and Juliet?

The text above is an example of:

What is a soliloquy?

Define situational irony

“Huck, we’s safe! Jump up and crack yo’ heels. Dat’s de good ole Cairo at las’, I jis knows it”

In Romeo and Juliet, the audience knows more than the characters. What type of irony is this?

What makes this video an aside?

How many syllables are in one line of Iambic Pentameter?

"...she flailed at the door, pounding it, scratching at it until her fingernails were bloody."

What type of irony is also referred to as sarcasm?

Which is the larger unit?

"Your future is assured. You will live, secure and safe, Wilbur. Nothing can harm you now."

Which character is a foil to Harry Potter?