Realism - How Much Do You Remember?

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Realism - following melodrama - pioneered by Stanislavski (the man and his method). Let's see how much you remember from Year 11 Drama!

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1.

Realism seeks to create a mirror like reflection of society and 'real life'.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
2.

The following are all techniques developed by Stanislavski - Observation -Imitation - Limitation
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
3.

Which of the following matches this description: This technique requires the actor to place themselves in the position of their character, but considering what they would do if they were in their situation.
- A.
  
  Emotion Recall
- B.
  
  Observation
- C.
  
  Concentration
- D.
  
  The Magic If
4.

This technique requires an actor to study the social and political climate of their character, alongside varying specific influences such as climate, surroundings, financial status etc.
- A.
  
  The Given Circumstances
- B.
  
  Observation
- C.
  
  Character Analysis
- D.
  
  Concentration
5.

By using emotion recall, we are developing new emotions in character
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
6.

___________is a technique which demands an actor uses both research and prior knowledge of a role. They may seek to study the mannerisms of their character and draw on their studies of real life people in similar situations
7.

In each unit of a scene, the __________ may be determined and is best explained as 'what does my character want in this scene? What is their purpose?' Following this, is the ____________ which may explain long term goals of the character.
8.

Explain the technique 'Circles of Attention'
9.

Which of the following is NOT a technique developed by Stanislavski?
- A.
  
  The Given Circumstances
- B.
  
  The Magic How
- C.
  
  Emotion Recall
- D.
  
  Observation
10.

Stanislavski built much of his work with affective memory on the psychological theories of Dr Ribot.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
11.

Tempo/Rhythm through character line delivery is important and needs to be considered when an actor familiarises themself with a play.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
12.

Which of the following ISN'T a suggested recollection of Stanislavski?
- A.
  
  Emotion
- B.
  
  Sensory
- C.
  
  Memory
13.

Sometimes, realism refers to the ________wall, which is the imaginary wall seen to be between audience and actors, as though the audience are watching real life through a glass window, unnoticed.
14.

Stanislavski asks actors to research a character endlessly to develop a strong sense of role and likewise understanding of character and their motivations.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
15.

An actor does not require immense concentration to create the dramatic world, other techniques established are suitable for establishing character.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False