Puppetry

16 Grade 5 Creative Arts & Sports questions on Puppetry, with worked marking schemes. 16 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   During a puppet show, the person controlling the puppet is called the:

   A. Painter

   B. Puppeteer

   C. Referee

   D. Athlete

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2. Question 2

   1 mark

   To make a simple puppet in class, which of these locally available materials could a learner use for the head?

   A. A brick

   B. An old sock or paper bag

   C. A metal nail

   D. A glass window

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3. Question 3

   3 marks

   State three uses of puppetry in the community.

   (3 marks)

   Marking scheme

   1 mark each (any 3): telling stories/entertainment; teaching/educating e.g. health, hygiene messages; passing cultural values/morals; creating awareness on issues; earning income. Accept sensible uses.

4. Question 4

   4 marks

   A Grade 5 class wants to make hand puppets from old socks.

   (a) List two other materials they would need.

   (b) Describe two steps in making the puppet.

   (4 marks)

   Marking scheme

   (a) 2 marks: any two e.g. buttons (for eyes), wool/yarn (hair), needle and thread/glue, coloured cloth/paper, marker pen. (b) 2 marks: any two steps e.g. put the sock over the hand to plan the mouth; attach buttons for eyes and wool for hair; sew/stick the features; decorate the puppet. Accept logical steps.

5. Question 5

   4 marks

   Explain two ways a puppeteer can make a puppet show interesting and lively for the audience.

   (4 marks)

   Marking scheme

   2 marks per point (up to 4): change the voice for different characters; move the puppet's mouth/hands in time with the words; use lively actions/gestures; add music or sound effects; use a clear story with expression. Award for two well-explained ideas.

6. Question 6

   1 mark

   When performing a puppet play, the puppeteers usually stay:

   A. Outside the room

   B. Hidden behind a stage or screen

   C. Seated in the audience

   D. In front of the puppets

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7. Question 7

   1 mark

   A puppet that is worn on the hand and moved using the fingers is called a:

   A. Glove (hand) puppet

   B. Shadow puppet

   C. Rod puppet

   D. Marionette

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8. Question 8

   1 mark

   A small puppet that fits over one finger is BEST described as a:

   A. Rod puppet

   B. Shadow puppet

   C. Finger puppet

   D. Marionette

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9. Question 9

   1 mark

   Which type of puppet is moved using sticks or rods attached to its body?

   A. Finger puppet

   B. Rod puppet

   C. Shadow puppet

   D. String marionette

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10. Question 10

    1 mark

    A marionette is a type of puppet that is controlled by:

    A. A car battery

    B. Strings from above

    C. Sunlight

    D. Blowing air

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11. Question 11

    1 mark

    A shadow puppet show works by placing puppets between a light source and a:

    A. Football

    B. Bowl of water

    C. Drum

    D. Screen or white sheet

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12. Question 12

    1 mark

    To make a puppet appear to talk, the puppeteer should:

    A. Hide the puppet behind the back

    B. Keep the puppet completely still

    C. Throw the puppet in the air

    D. Move the puppet's mouth in time with the words

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13. Question 13

    2 marks

    During a class puppet performance, the group presents a story about keeping the environment clean. State two things the group should do so that the audience understands the message clearly.

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14. Question 14

    1 mark

    Puppet shows are often used in schools and communities MAINLY to:

    A. Repair roads

    B. Tell stories and pass on messages

    C. Cook food

    D. Wash clothes

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15. Question 15

    4 marks

    Name two types of puppets and state how each one is controlled.

    (4 marks)

    Marking scheme

    1 mark per type + 1 mark per correct method (4 total). e.g. glove/hand puppet - worn on the hand/moved by fingers; marionette - controlled by strings from above; rod puppet - moved by rods/sticks; shadow puppet - moved behind a lit screen; finger puppet - fitted on a finger. Any two pairs.

16. Question 16

    2 marks

    Give two reasons why making puppets from locally available materials is encouraged in schools.

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