Ancient Greek Theatre

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What were the primary genres of ancient Greek theatre?
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The primary genres were tragedy, comedy, and satyr plays.
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Who is considered one of the earliest Greek tragedians?
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Aeschylus is one of the earliest known Greek tragedians.
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What role did the chorus play in Greek theatre?
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The chorus provided background information, commented on the action, and reflected the public's reaction.
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What is the significance of the Theatre of Dionysus?
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The Theatre of Dionysus in Athens is one of the earliest theatres and was the site of significant festivals and performances.
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Who wrote the Greek comedy 'Lysistrata'?
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The comedy 'Lysistrata' was written by Aristophanes.
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What was the primary material used in Greek masks?
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Greek masks were primarily made from linen or cork.
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What was the skene in a Greek theatre?
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The skene was a building behind the stage used for background and also where actors changed costumes.
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How did Greek theatre influence Roman theatre?
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Greek theatre influenced Roman theatre in structure, themes, and introduced genres like tragedy and comedy.
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What festival was central to Greek theatre performances?
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The Dionysia festival was central, celebrating the god Dionysus with theatre competitions.
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Who is considered the father of Greek tragedy?
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Aeschylus is often considered the father of Greek tragedy.
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What is a satyr play?
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A satyr play is a form of tragicomedy, featuring choruses of satyrs and often performed after a trilogy of tragedies.
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What contributions did Sophocles make to Greek theatre?
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Sophocles introduced a third actor and placed more emphasis on character development.
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Why was the theatre considered an important social and religious activity in ancient Greece?
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It was a form of worship, particularly for Dionysus, and a means to discuss social, political, and cultural issues.
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How many plays did Sophocles write, and how many have survived complete?
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Sophocles wrote over 120 plays, but only 7 have survived complete.
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Which element of Greek theatre involved spoken interactions by actors?
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The prologue, dialogue, and episodes (scenes) involved spoken interactions by the actors.
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