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Indian Theatre Acting Techniques

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Which of the following is not a traditional Indian theatre form?

  1. Kathakali

  2. Bharatanatyam

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Kabuki


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kabuki is a traditional Japanese theatre form, while Kathakali, Bharatanatyam, and Kuchipudi are all traditional Indian theatre forms.

What is the primary focus of Kathakali?

  1. Storytelling

  2. Dance

  3. Music

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kathakali is a total theatre form that combines storytelling, dance, music, and elaborate costumes and makeup.

What is the name of the traditional Indian theatre stage?

  1. Rangmanch

  2. Natya Shastra

  3. Kathakali

  4. Bharatanatyam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rangmanch is the traditional Indian theatre stage, which is typically a raised platform with a curtain at the back.

What is the name of the traditional Indian theatre director?

  1. Sutradhar

  2. Natya Shastra

  3. Kathakali

  4. Bharatanatyam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Sutradhar is the traditional Indian theatre director, who is responsible for guiding the actors and ensuring that the performance runs smoothly.

What is the name of the traditional Indian theatre actor?

  1. Natya Shastra

  2. Kathakali

  3. Bharatanatyam

  4. Abhinaya


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Abhinaya is the traditional Indian theatre actor, who is responsible for performing the various roles in a play.

What is the name of the traditional Indian theatre acting technique?

  1. Natya Shastra

  2. Kathakali

  3. Bharatanatyam

  4. Abhinaya


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Natya Shastra is the traditional Indian theatre acting technique, which is a comprehensive treatise on the art of theatre.

What are the four main types of Abhinaya?

  1. Angika, Vachika, Aharya, and Sattvika

  2. Natya Shastra, Kathakali, Bharatanatyam, and Abhinaya

  3. Rangmanch, Sutradhar, Natya Shastra, and Abhinaya

  4. Kathakali, Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, and Kabuki


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The four main types of Abhinaya are Angika (physical expression), Vachika (vocal expression), Aharya (costume and makeup), and Sattvika (emotional expression).

What is the name of the traditional Indian theatre music?

  1. Natya Shastra

  2. Kathakali

  3. Bharatanatyam

  4. Carnatic music


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Carnatic music is the traditional Indian theatre music, which is a complex and sophisticated system of music that is used to accompany dance and drama.

What is the name of the traditional Indian theatre dance?

  1. Natya Shastra

  2. Kathakali

  3. Bharatanatyam

  4. Kuchipudi


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Kathakali, Bharatanatyam, and Kuchipudi are all traditional Indian theatre dance forms, which are characterized by their elaborate costumes, makeup, and movements.

What is the name of the traditional Indian theatre costume?

  1. Natya Shastra

  2. Kathakali

  3. Bharatanatyam

  4. Aharya


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Aharya is the traditional Indian theatre costume, which is typically very elaborate and colorful.

What is the name of the traditional Indian theatre makeup?

  1. Natya Shastra

  2. Kathakali

  3. Bharatanatyam

  4. Aharya


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Aharya is the traditional Indian theatre makeup, which is typically very elaborate and colorful.

What is the name of the traditional Indian theatre mask?

  1. Natya Shastra

  2. Kathakali

  3. Bharatanatyam

  4. Mukhapatra


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mukhapatra is the traditional Indian theatre mask, which is typically made of wood or papier-mâché and is used to represent different characters.

What is the name of the traditional Indian theatre prop?

  1. Natya Shastra

  2. Kathakali

  3. Bharatanatyam

  4. Ranga Pravesha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ranga Pravesha is the traditional Indian theatre prop, which is typically used to represent different objects on stage.

What is the name of the traditional Indian theatre sound effect?

  1. Natya Shastra

  2. Kathakali

  3. Bharatanatyam

  4. Nattuvangam


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nattuvangam is the traditional Indian theatre sound effect, which is typically used to accompany dance and drama.

What is the name of the traditional Indian theatre lighting technique?

  1. Natya Shastra

  2. Kathakali

  3. Bharatanatyam

  4. Diya Pravesha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Diya Pravesha is the traditional Indian theatre lighting technique, which is typically used to create different moods and atmospheres on stage.

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