Play

17 Grade 9 Creative Arts & Sports questions on Play, with worked marking schemes. 17 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   During rehearsal of a class play, the teacher explains that the part of the story where the conflict reaches its highest point of tension is the:

   A. Exposition

   B. Climax

   C. Resolution

   D. Prologue

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2. Question 2

   6 marks

   Explain THREE roles played by costumes and make-up in a stage performance. (6 marks)

   (6 marks)

   Marking scheme

   Any 3, 2 mks each (1 mk point + 1 mk explanation): reveal the character's identity/status/role; indicate the time period or setting of the play; show a character's age or transformation; create mood/atmosphere; help the audience distinguish between characters; enhance visibility of facial expressions on stage.

3. Question 3

   1 mark

   Instructions in a script that tell actors how to move, speak or behave on stage are called:

   A. Stage directions

   B. Monologue

   C. Dialogue

   D. Prologue

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4. Question 4

   1 mark

   A play that has a sad or serious ending, often involving the downfall of the main character, is classified as a:

   A. Musical

   B. Farce

   C. Comedy

   D. Tragedy

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5. Question 5

   1 mark

   During a school play, the person responsible for controlling the changing of scenery and cueing actors backstage is the:

   A. Lead actor

   B. Set designer

   C. Stage manager

   D. Front-of-house manager

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6. Question 6

   6 marks

   Before staging a play, the cast holds several rehearsals.

   (a) Give TWO reasons why rehearsals are important. (2 marks)

   (b) Explain TWO responsibilities of an actor during a performance. (4 marks)

   (6 marks)

   Marking scheme

   (a) Any 2, 1 mk each: to master lines/dialogue; to perfect movement and blocking; to build confidence and teamwork; to correct mistakes before the show. (b) Any 2, 2 mks each: memorise and deliver lines clearly/audibly; interpret the character convincingly through voice and body; observe cues and timing; cooperate with other actors and follow the director's instructions.

7. Question 7

   1 mark

   The theme of a play refers to the:

   A. Central message or main idea

   B. List of characters

   C. Sequence of events

   D. Physical stage setting

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8. Question 8

   5 marks

   A Grade 9 drama club is preparing to stage a play.

   (a) Distinguish between a 'playwright' and a 'director'. (2 marks)

   (b) State THREE elements of a play. (3 marks)

   (5 marks)

   Marking scheme

   (a) A playwright is the person who writes the script/text of the play, while a director interprets the script and guides the actors and staging of the performance (1 mk each). (b) Any 3, 1 mk each: plot, character(s), dialogue, setting, theme, conflict, stage directions.

9. Question 9

   1 mark

   In a stage play, the objects that actors use or handle during the performance, such as a cup or a walking stick, are called:

   A. Sets

   B. Cues

   C. Costumes

   D. Props

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10. Question 10

    1 mark

    A drama club is staging a play. The teacher explains the part of the script that tells actors where to move, how to speak, or what to do, usually written in brackets or italics. These instructions are called:

    A. Dialogue

    B. Stage directions

    C. Soliloquy

    D. Prologue

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11. Question 11

    1 mark

    The point of highest tension or the turning point in the plot of a play is called the:

    A. Epilogue

    B. Prologue

    C. Exposition

    D. Climax

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12. Question 12

    1 mark

    The rehearsal held in full costume, make-up and lighting shortly before the actual performance is called the:

    A. Dress rehearsal

    B. Blocking session

    C. Read-through

    D. Audition

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13. Question 13

    1 mark

    A long speech delivered by one character alone on stage, revealing their thoughts to the audience, is a:

    A. Dialogue

    B. Duologue

    C. Chorus

    D. Soliloquy

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14. Question 14

    1 mark

    In drama, a play is best described as:

    A. A story written to be performed by actors on stage

    B. A poem recited to an audience

    C. A painting displayed in a gallery

    D. A song accompanied by dance

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15. Question 15

    1 mark

    The written text of a play, containing dialogue and stage directions, is called the:

    A. Programme

    B. Script

    C. Review

    D. Poster

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16. Question 16

    4 marks

    A teacher asks learners to identify the parts of a plot in a play they have watched. Outline FOUR stages of a typical plot structure in the correct order. (4 marks)

    (4 marks)

    Marking scheme

    In order, 1 mk each: Exposition/introduction (characters and setting introduced) → Rising action (conflict develops/complications) → Climax (turning point/highest tension) → Falling action → Resolution/denouement (conflict resolved). Award for any 4 correct stages in logical order.

17. Question 17

    1 mark

    The person who guides actors, interprets the script and oversees the overall staging of a play is the:

    A. Director

    B. Critic

    C. Usher

    D. Playwright

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