Question 1: In which city is the historic Teatro Colón opera house?
- Buenos Aires
- Santiago
- Quito
Correct Answer: Buenos Aires
Fact: The Teatro Colón is in Buenos Aires, one of the great theater capitals, which attracts enthusiasts from all over the world. With its rich infusion of European culture, the city has earned the moniker 'Paris of South America.'
Question 2: Which renowned French poet and playwright is credited with the idea of World Theater Day?
- François Villon
- Victor Hugo
- Jean Cocteau
Correct Answer: Jean Cocteau
Fact: Jean Cocteau made significant contributions to literature, film, and theater. He produced novels like 'Les Enfants Terribles' and films like 'Beauty and the Beast.' In 1962, Cocteau penned the inaugural International Message for World Theater Day.
Question 3: Who wrote ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’?
- Anton Chekhov
- William Shakespeare
- Oscar Wilde
Correct Answer: Oscar Wilde
Fact: The Irish playwright Oscar Wilde was famed for his witty lines and flamboyant style. 'The Importance of Being Earnest,' first performed in 1895, is a farcical comedy that satirized Victorian society.