CAASPP Success - Grade 7 Reading Comprehension - Expository #2
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Question 1
Meiji period
Heian period
Edo period
Kamakura period
Question 2
The government requested men to play all roles
Society deemed women's performances inappropriate
Women refused to perform in Kabuki plays
The government's ban on women performers necessitated it
Question 3
Musical talent
Moral character traits
Physical strength
Failure and remorse
Question 4
It featured primarily royal and elite narratives.
It addressed themes and conflicts relevant to everyday life.
It mimicked European dramatic forms.
It restricted entrance to only the privileged class.
Question 5
Use of live animals for realism
Integration of traditional storytelling elements
Employment of modern lighting and sound effects
Dialogue borrowed from Shakespearean plays
Question 6
It was an exclusive form of royals' entertainment.
It acted as a critique of societal norms and issues.
It served as a diplomatic tool for foreign relations.
It provided formal education to the public.
Question 7
Question 8
Use of English scripts for Western audiences
Elimination of traditional costumes in favor of contemporary fashion
Adoption of digital projections and sound systems
Replacement of narrative stories with modern plays
Question 9
Men stepped into every role, giving rise to onnagata…
Kabuki remains true to its roots—a reflection of the timeless dance between tradition and innovation.
It spills into anime, films, and even international performances…
Kabuki is a symphony of collaboration…
Question 10
Question 11
Kabuki is more than just a show—it’s the soul of Japanese culture…
Watching Kabuki is like stepping into another world…
Kabuki’s iconic kumadori makeup, with its vivid lines and colors, adds to this mystique.
The actors don’t carry the show alone—music, dance, and set design all come together…
Question 12
To entertain the audience during intervals
To assist actors in memorizing their lines
To heighten the emotional impact of scenes
To serve as background noise
Question 13
Kabuki remains limited to traditional Japanese performances.
Kabuki has minimally affected modern forms of entertainment.
Kabuki has permeated various global forms of contemporary entertainment.
Kabuki has evolved solely to inform live theatrical performances.
Question 14
They strictly adhere to preserving ancient traditions.
They disrupt traditional practices with modern approaches.
They infuse the performance with renewed vitality.
They are relegated to perform only supporting roles.
Question 15
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