Section A - Objective

1. Acting in drama is ______

A) The art of writing a play

B) The art of portraying a character through speech, movement, and emotion
C) The designing of costumes
D) Operating stage lights and props
E) Selling tickets to the audience before a play

2. What is an arena stage also known as?

A) Proscenium stage
B) Theater-in-the-round
C) Thrust stage
D) Black box stage
E) Outdoor stage

3. What is the primary goal of an actor?

A) To be famous

B) To truthfully portray a character and tell the story

C) To memorize lines perfectly

D) To wear beautiful costumes

E) To speak loudly

4. What physical tool do actors use to convey emotions without words?

A) Costumes

B) Body language and facial expressions

C) Props

D) Lighting

E) Sound effects

5. How should audience members show appreciation during a performance?

A) They shout throughout the show

B) They should applaud at appropriate moments

C) By throwing objects on stage

D) By talking to friends about the performance

E) They should leave early to beat traffic

6. The primary function of costume in drama is

A) To make actors look attractive

B) To communicate character information and support the story

C) To spend the budget on fancy clothes

D) To match the theater’s décor

E) To hide the actors’ identities

7. What is the primary purpose of stage lighting?

A) To make the theater look pretty

B) To illuminate the action and create moods

C) To use electricity in the theatre

D) To blind the audience with colorful lights

E) To save money on costumes

8. Improvisation in drama refers to ______

A) Reading from a script

B) Creating scenes spontaneously without a predetermined script

C) Memorizing lines perfectly

D) Wearing costumes during rehearsal

E) Operating lights in the control room

9. One of these is NOT a tip for memorizing your lines to deliver them accurately

A) Run the lines with a partner

B) Read the lines aloud

C) Practice once

D) Act while reciting your lines

E) Breakdown the lines

10. In what situation might improvisation be used during a scripted performance?

A) When an actor feels like going out of character

B) When an actor forgets lines or unexpected events occur

C) All the time

D) Only during technical rehearsals

E) Only in comedy shows

11. What is “drama for social change”?

A) Drama that costs less money

B) Drama that aims to raise awareness and inspire social action

C) Drama that only uses amateur actors and actresses

D) Drama that is performed outdoors

E) Drama that has no script

12. A drama script refers to ____

A) A document for sketching costumes

B) The written text containing dialogue and stage directions

C) A lighting plan

D) A sound sketchbook

E) A blueprint for the theatre house

13. What are the main components of a drama script?

A) Plot, settings, characterization and dialogues

B) Dialogue, stage directions, and character names

C) Stage directions and settings

D) Characters, theme and tone

E) Title of the play

14. What is the key to reading dialogue with expression?

A) Speaking as loudly as possible

B) Understanding the character’s emotions and motivations

C) Reading as quickly as possible

D) Using the same tone throughout

E) Ignoring punctuation

15. What is the most effective way to memorize lines?

A) Reading them once

B) Repetition and understanding the context

C) Listening to music while reading

D) Memorizing while sleeping

E) Writing them in different colors

16. The type of audience that reacts openly to a performance is _____

A) Active audience

B) Interactive audience

C) Improvisational audience

D) External audience

E) Passive audience

17. What should an actor do if they forget their lines during a performance?

A) Stop the performance and bid the audience farewell

B) Stay in character and improvise appropriately

C) Ask the audience to applaud

D) Leave the stage immediately

E) Start dancing and singing

18. Which tool helps actors develop their characters?

A) Expensive costumes

B) Character analysis and backstory creation

C) Loud speaking

D) Fast movement

E) Bright lights

19. What is a proscenium stage?

A) A round stage

B) A stage with an arch frame separating actors from the audience

C) An outdoor stage

D) A moving stage in the round

E) A stage without lighting

20. Cast and crew members are expected to be

A) Rude to their producer

B) Late to rehearsals

C) In rehearsals with scripts and pencil for taking notes

D) Chatting with each other during rehearsal

E) Involve in puppetry

21. Which technique helps actors deliver lines naturally?

A) Speaking as fast as possible

B) Understanding the character’s motivation

C) Memorizing without thinking

D) Always speaking loudly

E) Never making eye contact

22. What characterizes a thrust stage?

A) It moves up and down

B) It extends into the audience with seating on three sides

C) It’s completely round

D) It’s only used outdoors

E) It has no fixed location

23. What should audience members do when they arrive late to a performance?

A) Rush to their seats immediately

B) Wait for an appropriate break to be seated

C) Leave and come back tomorrow

D) Stand in the aisles

E) Ask actors to stop and restart

24. What should audience members avoid doing during a performance?

A) Listening attentively

B) Talking, eating loudly, or using electronic devices

C) Sitting quietly

D) Applauding at the end

E) Staying until the end

25. When should cast members arrive for a performance?

A) Just before their entrance

B) At the designated call time

C) After the show starts

D) Whenever they feel like it

E) Only for dress rehearsals

26. What is the golden rule backstage during performances?

A) Everyone should be socializing

B) Absolute silence unless necessary for the production

C) Loud music should be playing

D) Cast members should practice their lines aloud

E) Food should be shared with everyone

27. What role does the audience play in live theater?

A) They are passive observers only

B) They are active participants who influence the performance energy

C) They should direct the actors

D) They should rewrite the script

E) They should join the actors on stage

28. What type of makeup is used to create realistic aging effects?

A) Glamour makeup

B) Character makeup

C) Street makeup

D) Clown makeup

E) Fashion makeup

29. Period costumes are ______

A) Costumes worn for one period of time

B) Costumes that reflect a specific historical era

C) Costumes that are very expensive

D) Costumes that represent a specific culture

E) Costumes that are shabby and old-fashioned

30. Props in the theater refers to ______

A) Supporting objects
B) Objects used by actors during the performance

C) Stage crew members

D) Lighting equipment

E) Audience members’ phone

31. What does the sound design contribute to a theatrical production?

A) Visual appeal

B) Audio atmosphere, effects, and music

C) Costume changes

D) Actor's movement on stage

E) Ticket sales at the box office

32. How does improvisation help actors develop their skills?

A) It doesn’t help but make them lazy

B) It improves spontaneity, creativity, and listening skills

C) It makes them forget their lines easily

D) It makes them sluggish in memorizing lines

E) It confuses them on stage

33. How can drama be used to address social issues?

A) By avoiding all controversial topics

B) By presenting stories that highlight social problems and inspire action

C) By only entertaining audiences

D) By making people forget their problems

E) By focusing only on historical events

34. What information is typically found on the first page of a script?

A) The ending of the play

B) Title, author, character list, and setting information

C) Costume requirements only

D) Cast names only

E) Dialogues of characters

35. How should actors vary their voice when reading aloud?

A) Keep the same volume and pace

B) Adjust pace, volume, and tone to match the character and situation

C) Keep their voices down and whisper

D) Always shout so the audience can hear

E) Never change their natural voice

36. What are stage directions?

A) The actors’ lines

B) Instructions for movement, actions, and technical elements

C) The play’s title and cast list

D) The author’s biography

E) The setting of the play

37. What should actors do with stage directions when reading a script?

A) Ignore them completely

B) Read and follow them to understand the action and context

C) Change them to their preference

D) Read them aloud during performance

E) Delete them from the script

38. What is the main function of a stage set?

A) To take up space

B) To create the physical environment of the story

C) To hide the actors from the audience

D) To make noise

E) To confuse the audience

39. How do costumes and makeup work together in theater?

A) They compete with each other

B) They complement each other to create a unified character look

C) They are used separately

D) Only one is used at a time

E) They have no relationship

40. How does audience reaction affect actors’ performances?

A) It doesn’t affect them at all

B) It can energize or influence the actors’ delivery

C) It always makes actors forget their lines

D) It makes actors angry

E) It changes the script

Section B
Answer all Questions in this section

1. Highlight and explain 5 tips to memorize and deliver lines accurately

2a. What are the skills that build improvisation? List three and explain two.
b. Describe in detail three ways through which drama creates social change

3a. Regarding all the elements of a drama script discussed, write a one-scene drama with two or
three characters on any of the following themes (Violence, anxiety, friendship, envy, or
forgiveness)
b. In a tabular form, list and explain 3 types of sets and 3 types of props