Roles In Peking Opera

Question 1

the main male role in Peking Opera

Answer 1

Sheng

Question 2

actors are often involved with beautiful women by virtue of the handsome and young image they project.

Answer 2

Xiaosheng

Question 3

is a martial character for roles involving combat.

Answer 3

Wusheng

Question 4

They are highly trained in acrobatics and have a natural voice when singing.

Answer 4

Wusheng

Question 5

is a dignified older role.

Answer 5

Laosheng

Question 6

These characters have a gentle and cultivated disposition, and wear sensible costumes.

Answer 6

Laosheng

Question 7

refers to female role in Peking Opera

Answer 7

Dan

Question 8

an old woman

Answer 8

Laodan

Question 9

a martial woman

Answer 9

Wudan

Question 10

are young female warriors

Answer 10

Daomadan

Question 11

are virtuous and elite women

Answer 11

Qingyi

Question 12

are vivacious and unmarried woman

Answer 12

Huadan

Question 13

is painted face male role who plays either primary or secondary roles.

Answer 13

Jing

Question 14

This type of role entails a forceful character, which means that a Jing actor must have a strong voice and be able to exaggerate gestures.

Answer 14

Jing

Question 15

The red color denotes loyalty and goodness, white denotes evil, and black denotes
integrity.

Answer 15

Jing

Question 16

is a male clown role.

Answer 16

Chou

Question 17

The ——— usually plays secondary roles whose
name also means “ugly”.

Answer 17

Chou

Question 18

It reflects the traditional belief that the clown’s
combination of ugliness and laughter could
drive away evil spirits.

Answer 18

Chou