Question 1

The Mistry plays deals with______

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Mystery plays, historically performed in medieval Europe, primarily deal with Biblical themes, depicting stories from the Bible for the education and entertainment of the masses.

Question 2

How many dramatic unities were recommended by greek?

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The Dramatic Unities refer to Aristotle's principles of dramatic structure, which include the unity of action, the unity of time, and the unity of place, making three in total.

Question 3

In which year was the Globe Theater built?

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The Globe Theater was built in 1599.

Question 4

"Life is a Tale, told by an idiot, full of sound and fury", these lines occur in-

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These lines are from William Shakespeare's play "Macbeth," specifically in Act 5, Scene 5, spoken by Macbeth upon hearing of Lady Macbeth's death.

Question 5

Dryden's All for Love is based on -

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Dryden's "All for Love" is based on Shakespeare's "Antony and Cleopatra," reimagining the story with a focus on the themes of love and honor.

Question 6

Dryden's MacFlecknoe is a satire on

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Dryden's "MacFlecknoe" is a satire primarily targeting Thomas Shadwell, a contemporary poet and playwright, whom Dryden lampoons for his perceived lack of talent and creativity.

Question 7

The First Tragedy Gorboduc was later given the title-

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The first tragedy "Gorboduc" was later given the title "Ferrex and Porrex." This title reflects the names of the two sons of Gorboduc, around whose rivalry the play centers.

Question 8

An 'Epilogue' appears in a play-

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Question 9

Othello kills Desdemona because he believes that she has betrayed him with another man. Who is this 'other man'?

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Othello is misled into believing that Desdemona has been unfaithful with Cassio, largely due to Iago's manipulations.

Question 10

In what year Shakespear born?

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William Shakespeare was born in the year 1564.

Question 11

Who did Shakespeare married?

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Shakespeare married Anne Hathaway in 1582. She was from Shottery, a small village just outside Stratford-upon-Avon, where Shakespeare was born.

Question 12

The action of a Greek tragedy always took place within what time span?

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The action of a Greek tragedy traditionally took place within a twenty-four-hour period, adhering to the classical unities of time, place, and action.

Question 13

What did Sophocles add to Greek tragedy?

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Question 14

Greek theater began as a part of festival celibrating what Greek God?

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Greek theater originated as part of festivals celebrating Dionysus, the god of wine, fertility, and ritual ecstasy. These festivals, known as Dionysia, featured competitions in music, singing, and dramatic performances.

Question 15

What was the group of performers near the front of the stage that would chant or sing called?

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The Chorus in ancient Greek theatre was a group of performers who would chant or sing, often providing background and summary information to the audience and reacting to the events of the play.

Question 16

What pattern is embroidered on the handkerchief

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Strawberries are often used as a symbol or motif in various forms of literature and art, including the embroidery on handkerchiefs, to represent love, fertility, or purity.

Question 17

How is the Turkish fleet thwarted?

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The Turkish fleet is thwarted by a storm in Shakespeare's play "Othello." This event prevents the anticipated battle between the Turkish fleet and Othello's forces.

Question 18

What rank does Cassio hold before Othello strip it from him?

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Cassio holds the rank of Lieutenant before Othello demotes him.

Question 19

How old is Iago?

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In William Shakespeare's play "Othello," Iago is approximately 28 years old. This age is inferred from the text and the context of the play, rather than explicitly stated.

Question 20

What is Brabanzio's position in Venice?

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Brabanzio is a Senator in Venice, as depicted in William Shakespeare's play "Othello."

Quiz 1: Trivia on Drama and Theater History