2.04 Medieval

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Medieval Theatre Review

Answer the questions below about theatre during the Middle Ages!

1. During the Medieval Period, what language was used by the church?
   
   1. Old English
   2. Greek
   3. Latin
   4. Roman
   
   Answer: During the Medieval Period, the Church used Latin.



2. What were the religious plays that focused on the mysteries of the Bible and God's power called?
   
   1. Miracle Plays
   2. Mystery Plays
   3. Pageant Plays
   4. Cycle Plays
   
   Answer: The religious plays that focused on the mysteries of the Bible and God's power are mystery plays.



3. What is a movable stage used to accommodate the cycle plays during this period?
   
   1. Parade Wagon
   2. Pageant Wagon
   3. Drama Wagon
   4. Parade Float
   
   Answer: The pageant wagon refers to the actual art form.



4. The Second Shepherds Play, which is believed to be one of the best cycle plays of the Middle Ages, is part of what famous cycle?
   
   1. Chesterfield Cycle
   2. Cloverfield Cycle
   3. Mansfield Cycle
   4. Wakefield Cycle
   
   Answer: The Second Shepherds Play, which is believed to be one of the best cycle plays of the Middle Ages, is part of the Wakefield Cycle.



5. What was the most famous drama classified as a morality play?
   
   1. Everybody
   2. Noble Man
   3. Everyman
   4. Virtuous Man
   
   Answer: Everyman is considered the most famous morality play.

You've completed this review of the Medieveal theatre!