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Quiz about The History Of Theatre
Quiz about The History Of Theatre

The History Of Theatre Trivia Quiz


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A multiple-choice quiz by wanda6585. Estimated time: 4 mins.
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Author
wanda6585
Time
4 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
25,569
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
5
Difficulty
Tough
Avg Score
3 / 5
Plays
1664
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Question 1 of 5
1. When did the first actor appear on stage? Hint


Question 2 of 5
2. Who wrote THE POETICS? Hint


Question 3 of 5
3. From what Greek word do we get the word COMEDY? Hint


Question 4 of 5
4. (no tricks) Who is best known for his work at The Globe Theatre? Hint


Question 5 of 5
5. What was the first theatre in England called? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. When did the first actor appear on stage?

Answer: 534 BC

Thespis was the first actor.
2. Who wrote THE POETICS?

Answer: Aristotle

3. From what Greek word do we get the word COMEDY?

Answer: komos

Komos-comedy, tragos-tragedy
4. (no tricks) Who is best known for his work at The Globe Theatre?

Answer: William Shakespeare

Hope you got it right!
5. What was the first theatre in England called?

Answer: The Theatre

Source: Author wanda6585

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