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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Constant Prince, and He Wasn't Entirely Himself, and Methodical Exploration.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "He Wasn't Entirely Himself", Grotowski writes that _____ was compromised by his disciples.
(a) Stanislavski.
(b) Plato.
(c) Chekhov.
(d) Sophocles.

2. Grotowski states in "Theatre is an Encounter" that the characters of the Odyssey are still actual because there are still _____.
(a) Pilgrims.
(b) Pirates.
(c) Heroes.
(d) Warriors.

3. What does Grotowski say is as important in the education of the actor as it is to a pianist or dancer?
(a) Age.
(b) Talent.
(c) Psychology.
(d) Looks.

4. In Scene 17 of Grotowski's "Dr. Faustus", Faustus is transported to the Vatican by what?
(a) A ship.
(b) An eagle.
(c) Two dragons.
(d) A rowboat.

5. What did the actors wear in the production of "Akropolis"?
(a) Military uniforms.
(b) Togas.
(c) Bags.
(d) Gowns.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long in the play "Dr. Faustus" does Faustus have to live before his martyrdom of hell?

2. The description of Grotowski's production of "The Constant Prince" compares it to what Rembrandt painting?

3. What does Grotowski write that one must fight against when watching plays inspired by "Brecht theory?"

4. What is at the core of theatre and performance, according to Grotowski in "Theatre is an Encounter"?

5. What does Grotowski define as "not a collection of skills but an eradication of blocks?"

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