Question

Which of the following is true for masque performances?
(A) Masques were important theatrical forms during the reigns of James I and Charles I.
(B) They were performed in private royal halls.
(C) They were expensive to mount and had simple costumes and minimal stage designs.
(D) The designer of the most successful masques was Inigo Jones.

• A. Masques were important theatrical forms during the reigns of James I and Charles I.
• B. They were performed in private royal halls.
• C. They were expensive to mount and had simple costumes and minimal stage designs.
• D. The designer of the most successful masques was Inigo Jones.

Hint:

Masques are historically significant for their extravagant designs and their prominence in royal entertainment.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A, B, D

Masques flourished as an important theatrical form during the Stuart reigns. They were performed in private royal halls, showcasing their exclusivity. Inigo Jones designed elaborate masques with grand stage settings and costumes. This statement is incorrect as masques were known for their elaborate stage designs,