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Medieval Theatre:
Mystery, Miracle, Morality
Lesson Overview
A look at the three types of plays performed in the Medieval Theatre era.
Objectives
To read and respond to the Medieval Theatre Handout. To reinforce elements of the three types of
plays performed in the Medieval Theatre era.
Instructions
Read the handout Medieval Theatre: Mystery, Miracle, Morality.
Based on the given information, answer the questions on the Medieval Theatre Response Sheet.
Hand in the Medieval Theatre Response Sheet (Remember to write your name at the top) at the
end of class.
Materials Needed
Medieval Theatre Handout.
Medieval Theatre Response Sheet.
Paper.
Pen.
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Name:_________________________________
1. How many Mystery Cycles remain intact to this day? What are their names?
2. What was the name of the first Morality Play?
3. What does allegory mean?
4. Name two examples of Bible stories used in Mystery Plays.
5. How were Mystery Plays performed?
6. Who produced the Mystery Plays?
7. What is the definition of a Miracle Play?
8. Where did Miracle Plays flourish?
9. Name two writers of Miracle Plays.
10. What is the best known Morality Play?
11. Who is the main character in every Morality Play.
12. What is the main theme in a Morality Play?
13. What is one possible origin for term Mystery Play?
14. Give an example of an allegorical character.
15. What does nomen mean?
16. Why were Miracle Plays eventually banned in England?
17. True or False? Mystery Plays were always serious. Explain your answer.
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