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The Theatre History of Noh Theatre - Test
  • 1. In which country did Noh theatre originate?
A) China
B) Vietnam
C) Korea
D) Japan
  • 2. What is the term for the primary actors in Noh theatre?
A) Kata
B) Kumiodori
C) Waki
D) Shite
  • 3. During which period was Noh theatre developed?
A) Meiji period
B) Heian period
C) Edo period
D) Muromachi period
  • 4. What is the main feature of Noh acting?
A) Improvised gestures.
B) Use of physical comedy.
C) Slow, deliberate movements.
D) Fast-paced dialogue.
  • 5. Who is credited with the formalization of Noh theatre?
A) Tsubouchi Shoyo
B) Mizoguchi Kenji
C) Kurosawa Akira
D) Zeami Motokiyo
  • 6. What type of mask is commonly used in Noh theatre?
A) Paper masks.
B) Wooden masks.
C) Silicone masks.
D) Plastic masks.
  • 7. What is the traditional Noh performance stage called?
A) Noh butai
B) Gekijo
C) Kabuki
D) Shunko
  • 8. What does the term 'Noh' literally mean?
A) Skill or talent.
B) Dance.
C) Playwright.
D) Story.
  • 9. What does 'yugen' refer to in Noh theatre?
A) The stage layout.
B) Aesthetics of elegance and beauty.
C) An actor's role.
D) A type of performance.
  • 10. What was the primary audience for Noh theatre historically?
A) The samurai class.
B) Foreign diplomats.
C) Merchants.
D) Common townspeople.
  • 11. What is ‘kuse’ in Noh theatre?
A) The costume design.
B) The type of stage.
C) The audience response.
D) The style of chanting.
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