MCQs on Commedia Dell’arte
1. Who is considered the father of Commedia Dell’arte?
a. Carlo Goldoni
b. Arlecchino
c. Pierrot
d. Giorgio Strehler
2. Which century did Commedia Dell’arte originate in?
a. 14th century
b. 16th century
c. 18th century
d. 20th century
3. What is the literal translation of “Commedia Dell’arte”?
a. Comedy of Art
b. Artistic Comedy
c. Play of Characters
d. Theatrical Mastery
4. Which character is known for his cunning and devious nature in Commedia Dell’arte?
a. Pantalone
b. DottoreMCQs on Commedia Dell’arte
c. Harlequin
d. Columbina
5. What is the traditional costume of Harlequin?
a. Red and white checkered jumpsuit
b. Black mask with a long nose
c. Green tunic and red stockings
d. Blue and yellow striped outfit
6. Which character is often portrayed as a foolish and incompetent servant?
a. Il Capitano
b. Pulcinella
c. ScapinoMCQs on Commedia Dell’arte
d. Brighella
7. What is the primary language used in Commedia Dell’arte performances?
a. Italian
b. French
c. Spanish
d. Latin
8. Who is the female counterpart of Harlequin in Commedia Dell’arte?
a. Columbina
b. Isabella
c. Arlecchina
d. Flaminia
9. What is the name of the scenario or script used in Commedia Dell’arte?
a. Sipario
b. Scaramuccia
c. Lazzi
d. Canovaccio
10. Which character is known for his exaggerated and boastful stories?
a. Pantalone
b. Il Capitano
c. Pulcinella
d. Dottore
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11. What is the primary objective of Commedia Dell’arte performances?
a. Social commentary
b. Political satire
c. Improvisation and entertainment
d. Historical reenactment
12. In Commedia Dell’arte, what is the role of the “Zanni” characters?
a. Lovers
b. Servants
c. Elders
d. Tricksters
13. Which mask is associated with the character of Pantalone?
a. Zanni mask
b. Lovers mask
c. Old man mask
d. Fool mask
14. Which Commedia Dell’arte character is often portrayed as a bumbling, foolish old man?
a. Pantalone
b. Dottore
c. Il Capitano
d. Scapino
15. What is the typical relationship between the characters of Harlequin and Columbina?
a. Siblings
b. Lovers
c. Master and servant
d. Rivals
16. Which Commedia Dell’arte character is known for wearing a white mask and a costume with a long, pointed nose?
a. Pantalone
b. Il Capitano
c. PulcinellaMCQs on Commedia Dell’arte
d. Arlecchino
17. What is the role of the “Lazzi” in Commedia Dell’arte performances?
a. Main characters
b. Supporting characters
c. Comic routines or gagsMCQs on Commedia Dell’arte
d. Tragic elements
18. Which Italian city is often credited as the birthplace of Commedia Dell’arte?
a. Florence
b. Venice
c. Rome
d. NaplesMCQs on Commedia Dell’arte
19. What is the name of the traditional slapstick used in Commedia Dell’arte performances?
a. Sferza
b. Battocchio
c. Scaccia
d. Fustiga
20. Which character is known for his military background and boastful tales of conquest in Commedia Dell’arte?
a. Pantalone
b. Il Capitano
c. Dottore
d. Brighella
21. Who is considered the “sad clown” character in Commedia Dell’arte?
a. Harlequin
b. Pierrot
c. Pulcinella
d. Scaramouche
22. Which character is associated with being a greedy and wealthy merchant in Commedia Dell’arte?
a. Pantalone
b. Il Capitano
c. Dottore
d. Brighella
23. What is the typical costume of Dottore in Commedia Dell’arte?
a. Red and white checkered jumpsuit
b. Black mask with a long nose
c. Green tunic and red stockings
d. Long robe and mortarboard hat
24. Which character is known for his love of food, wine, and extravagant living in Commedia Dell’arte?
a. Pantalone
b. Il Capitano
c. Dottore
d. Brighella
25. In Commedia Dell’arte, what does the term “Innamorati” refer to?
a. The servants
b. The lovers
c. The elders
d. The tricksters
26. Which character is often portrayed as a witty and clever servant in Commedia Dell’arte?
a. Harlequin
b. Pulcinella
c. Scapino
d. Brighella
27. What is the primary characteristic of the “Servetta” character in Commedia Dell’arte?
a. Beauty and grace
b. Foolishness and clumsiness
c. Cunning and deceitfulness
d. Loyalty and devotion
28. Which Commedia Dell’arte character is known for his acrobatic and physical comedy?
a. Pantalone
b. Il Capitano
c. Pulcinella
d. Arlecchino
29. What is the traditional role of the “Capitano” character in Commedia Dell’arte?
a. Lover
b. Military leader
c. Old manMCQs on Commedia Dell’arte
d. Trickster
30. In Commedia Dell’arte, what is the role of the “Ingenue” character?
a. Schemer
b. Young lover
c. Elderly characterMCQs on Commedia Dell’arte
d. Buffoon
31. Which Commedia Dell’arte character is associated with being a crafty and deceptive servant?
a. Harlequin
b. Pulcinella
c. Scapino
d. Brighella
32. What is the name of the traditional musical instrument used in Commedia Dell’arte performances?
a. Mandolin
b. Harpsichord
c. Lute
d. Tambourine
33. Which Commedia Dell’arte character is often portrayed as a mischievous and cunning servant girl?
a. Columbina
b. Isabella
c. Arlecchina
d. Flaminia
34. What is the traditional costume of Il Capitano in Commedia Dell’arte?
a. Red and white checkered jumpsuit
b. Black mask with a long nose
c. Military uniform
d. Green tunic and red stockings
35. Which character is known for his exaggerated physical movements and agility in Commedia Dell’arte?
a. Pantalone
b. Il Capitano
c. Pulcinella
d. Arlecchino
36. What is the primary characteristic of the “Vecchio” character in Commedia Dell’arte?
a. Youthfulness
b. Wisdom and experience
c. Foolishness and naivety
d. Deviousness
37. In Commedia Dell’arte, what is the role of the “Pantalone” character?
a. Lover
b. Elderly merchant
c. Servant
d. Trickster
38. What is the typical costume of Arlecchino in Commedia Dell’arte?
a. Red and white checkered jumpsuit
b. Black mask with a long nose
c. Green tunic and red stockings
d. Blue and yellow striped outfit
39. Which Commedia Dell’arte character is often associated with being a doctor or scholar?
a. Pantalone
b. Il Capitano
c. Dottore
d. Brighella
40. What is the traditional role of the “Lovers” characters in Commedia Dell’arte?
a. Comic relief
b. Main protagonists
c. Antagonists
d. Buffoons
41. Which Commedia Dell’arte character is known for his hunchback and mischievous nature?
a. Pantalone
b. Il Capitano
c. Pulcinella
d. Arlecchino
42. What is the term used to describe the improvised and comedic interludes in Commedia Dell’arte?
a. Scenarios
b. Lazzi
c. Entr’actes
d. Sipario
43. Which Commedia Dell’arte character is often associated with being a cunning and sly servant?
a. Harlequin
b. Pulcinella
c. Scapino
d. Brighella
44. What is the traditional role of the “Soubrette” character in Commedia Dell’arte?
a. Ingenue
b. Servant girl
c. Elderly character
d. Buffoon
45. Which character is known for his love of women and constant pursuit of romantic interests in Commedia Dell’arte?
a. Pantalone
b. Il Capitano
c. Dottore
d. Brighella
46. What is the traditional role of the “Ingenue” character in Commedia Dell’arte?
a. Schemer
b. Young lover
c. Elderly character
d. Buffoon
47. Which Commedia Dell’arte character is known for being a witty and clever servant girl?
a. Columbina
b. Isabella
c. Arlecchina
d. Flaminia
48. What is the name of the traditional mask associated with the “Innamorati” characters in Commedia Dell’arte?
a. Zanni mask
b. Lovers mask
c. Old man mask
d. Fool mask
49. Which character is often portrayed as a greedy and miserly old man in Commedia Dell’arte?
a. Pantalone
b. Dottore
c. Il Capitano
d. Scapino
50. What is the term used to describe the physical comedy and acrobatics often performed in Commedia Dell’arte?
a. Slapstick
b. Sipario
c. Scaccia
d. Fustiga
Answer
1. a. Carlo Goldoni
2. b. 16th century
3. a. Comedy of Art
4. c. Harlequin
5. a. Red and white checkered jumpsuit
6. b. Pulcinella
7. a. Italian
8. a. Columbina
9. d. Canovaccio
10. b. Il Capitano
11. c. Improvisation and entertainment
12. b. Servants
13. c. Old man mask
14. b. Dottore
15. b. LoversMCQs on Commedia Dell’arteMCQs on Commedia Dell’arte
16. d. ArlecchinoMCQs on Commedia Dell’arte
17. c. Comic routines or gags
18. b. Venice
19. b. BattocchioMCQs on Commedia Dell’arte
20. b. Il Capitano
21. b. Pierrot
22. a. Pantalone
23. d. Long robe and mortarboard hat
24. a. Pantalone
25. b. The lovers
26. c. Scapino
27. c. Cunning and deceitfulness
28. d. Arlecchino
29. b. Military leader
30. b. Young lover
31. c. Scapino
32. d. Tambourine
33. a. Columbina
34. c. Military uniform
35. d. Arlecchino
36. b. Wisdom and experience
37. b. Elderly merchant
38. a. Red and white checkered jumpsuit
39. c. Dottore
40. b. Main protagonists
41. c. Pulcinella
42. b. Lazzi
43. c. Scapino
44. b. Servant girl
45. b. Il Capitano
46. b. Young lover
47. a. Columbina
48. b. Lovers mask
49. a. Pantalone
50. a. Slapstick
