Technical Theatre Essentials: Master the Basics of Stagecraft

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT directly involved in the technical aspects of a theatre production?

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Marketing and publicity

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Stage lighting

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Stage costumes

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Stage management

Question 2

In a theatre production, what is the primary responsibility of a stage manager?

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Coordinate all technical aspects of the production, such as lighting, sound, and stage crew

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Design the scenery and costumes

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Direct the actors during rehearsals and performances

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Operate the lighting and sound equipment during performances

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a key area of expertise in technical theatre?

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Computer programming

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Lighting design

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Stage management

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Costume design

Question 4

In a theater production, what is the main duty of a stage manager?

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Manage actors, crew, and schedules

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Design stage sets and props

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Apply makeup and hair to performers

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Operate lights, sound, and special effects during a show

Question 5

In a theatre production, who is responsible for calling cues?

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Stage Manager

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Scriptwriter

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Financial Manager

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Director

Question 6

Which role is NOT typically found in technical theatre?

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Event Planner

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Lighting Designer

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Stage Manager

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Costume Designer

Question 7

In technical theatre, which element is NOT directly involved in portraying characters on stage?

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Acting

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Lighting

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Costuming

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Sound

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a technical theatre discipline?

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Directing

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Set Design

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Costume Design

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Technical Direction

Question 9

Which task is NOT typically the responsibility of a stage manager in a theatre production?

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Designing the costumes

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Coordinating the production schedule

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Managing the technical crew

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Giving cues to actors and crew

Question 10

Which aspect of technical theatre utilizes light to establish the mood and ambiance on stage?

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Stage lighting

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Stage management

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Costume design

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Sound design

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT considered a core element of technical theatre?

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Acting

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Set Design

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Lighting

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Costumes

Question 12

In a stage play, which of the following is NOT typically a role filled by a crew member?

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Actor

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Set Designer

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Lighting Technician

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Sound Engineer

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a type of lighting instrument used to illuminate actors and the stage in a theatre production?

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Gobos

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Fresnel

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PAR

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Ellipsoidal

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a technical aspect of theatre production typically handled by the technical crew?

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Acting

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Lighting

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Sound

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Costumes

Question 15

Which element is not directly involved in the technical aspects of theatre production?

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The Play's Script

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Lighting

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Sound

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Costumes

Question 16

In technical theatre, which role is primarily responsible for coordinating the production and not directly involved in the visual aspects?

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Stage manager

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Set designer

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Lighting designer

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Sound designer

Question 17

Which element is NOT a part of technical theatre?

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Music

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Lighting

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Costumes

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Sound

Question 18

In a theatre production, who is responsible for designing and creating the physical space where the actors perform?

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Set Designer

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Stage Manager

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Lighting Designer

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Sound Designer

Question 19

What is NOT a typical responsibility of a stage manager in theatre?

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Overseeing the construction of the set

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Calling the cues during a performance

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Coordinating the lighting and sound crews

Question 20

Which aspect is NOT considered a core element of technical theatre?

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Acting

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Lighting

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Costuming

Question 21

Which element is NOT a primary component of Technical Theatre?

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Acting

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Lighting

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Sound

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Costumes

Question 22

In technical theatre, which element is primarily responsible for creating the visual setting of a play?

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Set design

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Acting

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Lighting

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Costumes

Question 23

Which of the following is NOT a core element of technical theatre?

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Audience participation

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Stage lighting

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Set design

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Costume design

Question 24

Which element is not a core component of technical theatre?

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Audience interaction

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Lighting

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Costumes

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Sound effects

Question 25

Which of these is NOT an essential component of technical theatre?

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Acting

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Lighting

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Sound

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Costumes

Question 26

In technical theatre, what is the main reason for using elements like sets, lighting, and sound?

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To help the actors perform better and make the story easier for the audience to follow

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To make sure the theatre is safe and comfortable for the audience

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To create special effects that impress the audience

Question 27

Which element is NOT a component of technical theatre?

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Acting

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Lighting

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Costumes

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Sound

Question 28

Which of the following is NOT a component of technical theatre?

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Acting

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Set Design

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Lighting Design

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Costume Design

Question 29

Which of these is NOT a part of Technical Theatre?

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Directing

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Lighting

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Costuming

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Stage Management

Question 30

Which task is NOT the responsibility of the technical director in a theatre production?

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Directing the actors

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Supervising the technical crew

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Ensuring the safety of the cast and crew

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Preparing the performance space

Question 31

Who is responsible for coordinating all aspects of a theatre production?

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Stage Manager

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Set Designer

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Lighting Technician

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Makeup Artist

Question 32

In technical theatre, which element is responsible for enhancing the clarity and impact of spoken words, music, and sound effects during a performance?

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Sound

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Lighting

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Costumes

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Stage Management

Question 33

Which of these is NOT a primary element of Technical Theatre?

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Audience Engagement

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Costuming

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Set Design

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Lighting

Question 34

In technical theatre, who is primarily responsible for coordinating the technical aspects of a production?

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Stage manager

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Set designer

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Lighting and sound technician

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Actor

Question 35

When designing a set for a theatrical production, what should be the primary consideration?

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The concept and style of the play

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The size and shape of the stage

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The budget for the production

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The availability of materials

Question 36

In technical theatre, what is the main purpose of acting?

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Portraying characters on stage through performance

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Designing the visual appearance of the stage

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Managing technical cues and elements

Question 37

When designing sound effects for a play, what's the most important thing to keep in mind?

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Creating the right mood and atmosphere

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Staying within the budget

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Using the theatre's equipment

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Matching the actors' voices

Question 38

How does lighting design contribute to the overall atmosphere and emotional impact of a theatrical performance?

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Lighting design can set the time, place, and mood of a scene, enhancing the audience's emotional connection to the performance.

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Lighting design mainly helps the audience see the stage clearly.

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Lighting design only creates visual effects without affecting the play's meaning or atmosphere.

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Lighting design is only used to make actors and their expressions visible to the audience.

Question 39

Which of these is NOT a job you can have in technical theatre?

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Accountant

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Lighting designer

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Sound engineer

Question 40

How does technical theatre work with other parts of theatre production, like acting, directing, and writing?

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It creates the setting and atmosphere where actors perform and the audience experiences the show.

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It has no effect on other parts of production and works on its own.

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It only follows the director's ideas and doesn't affect other parts.

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The playwright decides everything about technical theatre, and it can't be changed.

Question 41

In a theatre production, who is responsible for designing, installing, and operating the lighting?

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Lighting Designer

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Director

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Stage Manager

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Set Designer

Question 42

Which ethical consideration is essential for technical theatre professionals?

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Creating inclusive and accessible productions

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Prioritizing personal artistic vision above all else

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Ignoring safety concerns of the cast and crew

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Disregarding copyright laws when using materials

Question 43

How do lighting, sound, and costumes collaborate to create a unified and immersive theatrical experience?

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By working together to evoke emotions, establish the atmosphere, and support the story.

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By operating independently to achieve their own effects.

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By merging seamlessly to form a uniform backdrop for the performance.

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By overpowering each other to create an overwhelming visual and auditory experience.

Question 44

Which cultural influence has significantly influenced modern lighting design techniques in theatre?

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Japanese theatre practices like Kabuki, known for stylized lighting and shadows.

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Ancient Greek theatre, which relied on natural light and the chorus for lighting.

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Renaissance theatre, which used perspective and painting to enhance the audience's experience.

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Medieval mystery plays, which used symbolic lighting to convey religious themes.

Question 45

Which type of stage set is commonly used for plays with multiple scenes?

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Box set

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Thrust stage

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Proscenium stage

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Arena stage

Question 46

What is the term used for a device or technique that creates sound effects in a theatrical production?

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Foley

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Synthesizer

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Microphone

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Sound board

Question 47

What is the primary responsibility of a costume designer?

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To design and create costumes for the production

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To help the actors understand their characters

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To select the fabrics and colors used in the costumes

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To ensure the costumes are historically accurate

Question 48

Which of the following is a type of stage makeup?

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Character makeup

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Glamour makeup

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Fashion makeup

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Corrective makeup

Question 49

Which of the following is a safety regulation that must be followed in a theatre?

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No open flames on stage

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All crew members must wear hard hats

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Food and drinks are allowed backstage

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Actors can enter the audience without permission

Question 50

In technical theatre, what is the most important factor to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all audience members?

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Audience safety and accessibility

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Audience engagement

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Cost-effective production

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Actor comfort

Question 51

How has technical theatre adapted to support the unique requirements of immersive and interactive theatre productions?

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Technical theatre has integrated more automation and technology to enable dynamic set changes and special effects.

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Technical theatre practices have remained largely unchanged despite the rise of immersive theatre.

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Audience participation and sensory stimulation have diminished in importance as technical theatre focuses on immersive experiences.

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Lighting and sound design have become less significant in immersive theatre, as audience participation takes center stage.

Question 52

Which lighting instrument is designed for broad illumination of the stage?

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Parcan

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Ellipsoidal

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Fresnel

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Followspot

Question 53

What does a ground plan show in set design?

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The top-down view of the set

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The side view of the set

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The front view of the set

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The color scheme of the set

Question 54

Which is NOT a stage direction?

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Applaud

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Enter

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Exit

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Cross

Question 55

What is the primary responsibility of the stage manager?

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To oversee all technical aspects of a production

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To manage the rehearsal schedule

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To direct the actors

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To design the costumes

Question 56

How does technical theatre contribute to the atmosphere and emotions conveyed in a performance?

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By combining lighting, sound effects, and set design to reflect the play's themes and emotions.

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By prioritizing realistic sets and costumes to enhance the believability of the performance.

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By distracting the audience from the actors' performances with special effects like pyrotechnics and projections.

Question 57

The process of combining and balancing multiple audio sources is referred to as:

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Sound mixing

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Sound design

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Sound enhancement

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Audio engineering

Question 58

Which type of fabric is commonly used in theatrical costumes because of its versatility and durability?

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Polyester

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Cotton

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Silk

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Lace

Question 59

The individual who manages all technical aspects of a theatrical production is known as the:

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Technical director

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Stage manager

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Lighting designer

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Sound designer

Question 60

The art of creating and implementing special effects in the theatre is known as:

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Special effects design

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Stagecraft

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Pyrography

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Illusion engineering

Question 61

In technical theatre, what are the three primary types of documentation and their main purpose?

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Plots, Plans, and Cue Sheets

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Scripts, Lighting Cues, and Dashboards

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Sketches, Reports, and Budgets

Question 62

Which option is NOT considered a core element of technical theatre?

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Acting

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Lighting

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Set design

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Sound

Question 63

What is the primary goal of set design in a theatrical production?

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To establish the setting and atmosphere of the play

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To develop the characters and their relationships

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To support the actors' performance

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To enhance the audience's enjoyment

Question 64

Which material is most commonly used in costume design?

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Fabric

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Metal

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Leather

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Wood