Greek & Roman Theater Quiz
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No one knows how theater began, where or when it originated.
True
The actors wore masks
Both: Greek & Roman
Used singing in their plays
Both: Greek & Roman
The Greek amphitheater was the first example of a proscenium theater space.
False
The god Dionysus, to whom the Greek dramatic festivals were dedicated, was the god of war, death, and chastity.
False
Thespis is considered the first playwright.
False
Did not allow violence to be portrayed on stage
Greek
Used a chorus in their tragedies
Greek
Allowed only members of the ruling class to attend performances
Neither: Greek & Roman
Theaters were freestanding buildings with the audience section connected to the stage house
Roman
