Theatre Styles – Naturalism, Brechtian, Physical Theatre
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Theatre Styles – Naturalism, Brechtian, Physical Theatre
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Instructions: Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Multiple choice questions have four options; choose the correct one. For short answer questions, provide a detailed response using the lines provided. True/false questions require you to determine the accuracy of the statement.
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Multiple Choice Questions
Select the correct answer for each question.
1.
Which of the following is a key characteristic of Naturalism?
AA) Stylized movement
BB) Realistic dialogue
CC) Alienation effect
DD) Non-linear narratives
2.
Who is considered a pioneer of Brechtian Theatre?
AA) Anton Chekhov
BB) Konstantin Stanislavski
CC) Bertolt Brecht
DD) Samuel Beckett
3.
What is the primary focus of Physical Theatre?
AA) Spoken text
BB) Visual storytelling
CC) Musical elements
DD) Historical narratives
4.
Which technique is commonly used in Brechtian Theatre to create distance between the audience and the performance?
AA) Naturalistic acting
BB) Breaking the fourth wall
CC) Use of elaborate sets
DD) Rehearsal of classic texts
5.
Which of the following best describes Naturalism in theatre?
AA) A focus on stylized forms
BB) An exaggerated portrayal of emotions
CC) A slice-of-life representation
DD) Surrealistic elements
6.
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Physical Theatre?
AA) Dance and movement
BB) Minimal dialogue
CC) Realistic settings
DD) Use of props and visual effects
7.
Which of the following practitioners is known for their work in Physical Theatre?
AA) Antonin Artaud
BB) Pina Bausch
CC) David Mamet
DD) Arthur Miller
8.
In Brechtian Theatre, what is the term used to describe the emotional detachment encouraged in the audience?
AA) Alienation effect
BB) Empathy
CC) Dramatic irony
DD) Catharsis
9.
What is a common feature of Naturalistic performances?
AA) Non-linear storytelling
BB) Historical settings
CC) Detailed character development
DD) Symbolic props
10.
Which of the following techniques is often employed in Physical Theatre?
AA) Monologue
BB) Mime
CC) Soliloquy
DD) Chorus
B
True/False Questions
Circle True or False for each statement.
1.
Naturalism often employs exaggerated performances to convey emotions.
2.
Brechtian Theatre promotes the idea of 'Verfremdungseffekt,' or the alienation effect.
3.
Physical Theatre relies heavily on spoken dialogue to convey its message.
C
Short Answer Questions
Answer each question in the space provided.
1.
Describe the main goal of Naturalism in theatre.
2.
Identify one key performance technique used in Brechtian Theatre and explain its purpose.
3.
What role does physicality play in Physical Theatre?
4.
Name one influential playwright associated with Naturalism and describe their contribution.
5.
Explain how Brechtian Theatre challenges traditional narratives.
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