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Mystery and Morality Plays

A medieval theater scene depicting actors performing a mystery play, with a backdrop of a church and an audience engaged in the performance. Include elements of morality themes such as virtue and vice represented by characters in elaborate costumes, with colorful banners and props.

Explore the Depths of Mystery and Morality Plays

Welcome to the Mystery and Morality Plays Quiz! Dive into the fascinating world of historical theatre and test your knowledge about its themes, conventions, and significance.

This quiz includes:

9 engaging questions
Multiple-choice and open-ended formats
An exploration of medieval theatrical styles

9 Questions2 MinutesCreated by ActingPage754

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What testament were Mystery Plays based on?

New Testament

Middle Testament

Old Testament

Medieval Testament

The plays were used to teach?

True

False

What were the main theme of Morality Plays / What were they used for?

What are some conventions of Mystery and Morality plays?

Protagonist is generally just a single person

Importance of God

Characters representing Moral and Immoral ideas

Were not open to public input during design

Usually long plays

End-Rhyme verses

What is the difference between Mystery and Morality plays?

Which style of theatre was more focused on religion?

Morality Plays

Mystery Plays

Miracle Plays

What was the name of the constitution that required the Church to approve all use of the bible?

Arundel's Constitution

Pope Innocent the 3rd's Constitution

Abraham's Constitution

Charles' Constituion

In your own words, explain the purpose of this theatre style.

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