Deck 15: Scene Design

Question 1

_____ Which accurately describes a function of scene design?

A) Defines the acting space
B) Characterizes the acting space
C) Creates mood and atmosphere
D) All of the above
E) None of the above

Answer 1

D

Question 2

_____Which is NOT part of a theatre's counterweight system?

A) Lines
B) Elevator
C) Battens
D) Pulleys

Answer 2

B

Question 3

In a brief essay, encourage your students to consider the various types of scenery units. Ask that they provide examples of how these different units can be used to fulfill one or more of the functions of scene design.

Answer 3

not answered

Question 4

In a brief essay, encourage your students to consider the functions of scene design. Ask that they provide an example of how each function can be made manifest in a setting.

Question 5

_____ A "set prop" refers to a property that is attached to the setting or one that functions as part of the design, such as a sofa or a cabinet

Question 6

_____ 3-dimensional units are used more often in arena theatres than any other configuration

Question 7

_____A "floor plan" (or ground plan):

A) Shows all of the elements of the setting and their arrangement
B) Diagrams the traffic patterns for various scenes as created by the director's staging
C) Shows how all the scenery will appear from the audience's point of view
D) All of the above
E) None of the above

Question 8

_____Scene designers must consider their work in much the same way as interior decorators

Question 9

_____ "Front elevations" show:

A) The color of the base coat and any overpainting to be done on the unit
B) The type of construction, materials, and methods to be used in assembling the unit
C) The appearance of the unit including any molding, baseboards, or attached platforms
D) The detailed methods by which every aspect of the unit is to be constructed

Question 10

_____Wood may eventually replace steel because of its greater strength and durability

Question 11

_____ A "wagon" is generally used for:

A) Holding and storing set properties
B) Moving heavy or complex set pieces on and off stage
C) Raising and lowering sections of the stage floor
D) Flying soft scenery and small scenic pieces

Question 12

_____ "Spattering" refers to a painting technique of simultaneously applying and blending more than one shade of paint on the same surface to create a mottled effect

Question 13

_____ In most theatres, which person sees to it that the scenery is built appropriately?

A) Technical director
B) Production manager
C) Scene designer
D) A scene designer's assistant
True/False

Question 14

_____Each of these is an example of a soft scenery unit EXCEPT:

A) Drop
B) Scrim
C) Flat
D) Cyclorama

Question 15

_____The technical director works for the scene designer and is supervised by the scene designer