Drama A Level Edexcel Design
Terminology with correct question and
answers 2025/2026
Alan's costume - correct answersLight blue polyester polo shirt and jeans, shows how his
sadness and how he is similar to Dysart (also wearing a blue shirt)
Apron - correct answersThe area between the front curtain and the edge of the stage
Back Projection - correct answersA method of projecting images onto a translucent screen from
behind. Often used for projected scenery or special effects. Because the projector is usually
close to the screen, special lenses are needed to ensure that the image seen by the audience is
large enough.
Barn Door - correct answersA rotatable attachment consisting of two or four metal flaps
(hinged) which is fixed to the front of a Fresnel or PC type lantern to cut off the beam in a
particular direction(s). Profile lanterns use SHUTTERS to achieve a greater degree of control and
accuracy. Barndoors are also available for parcans and birdies.
Blackout - correct answersA lighting cue where all stage lights go off simultaneously.
Build - correct answersIncrease sound levels
Cross Fade - correct answersBringing another lighting state up to completely replace the current
lighting state. Also applies to sound effects/music. Sometimes abbreviated to Xfade or XF.
, Dalton's costume - correct answersHigh waisted brown walking trousers, made of starched
polyester to create a stiff fabric effect. Black, leather walking boots and a mustard woolen
jumper and tweed hat. The walking trousers demonstrate how Dalton's work is heavily outdoors
focused and the high waisted cut implies the time period of the 70s.
Diegetic - correct answersSound that could logically be heard by the characters in the film.
Dora's costume - correct answersA black woolen jumper and a red tartan knee length skirt to
reflect the time period of the 70s, and to suggest that Dora is more actively keeping up with the
times than Frank.
Dysart's costume - correct answersBlue cotton button up shirt with black slacks. Shows how he
is struggling, and finds himself somewhat similar to Alan.
Flat - correct answersA flat piece of theatrical scenery which is painted and positioned on stage
so as to give the appearance of buildings or other background.
Flood - correct answersTo wash the stage with general lighting
Fly - correct answersA system of rope lines, blocks (pulleys), counterweights and related devices
within a theater that enables a stage crew to fly (hoist) quickly, quietly and safely components
such as curtains, lights, scenery, stage effects and, sometimes, people.
Fly Tower - correct answersThe space above the stage into which scenery can be flown via a
rigging system
Follow Spots - correct answersLarge profile spot with operator
Terminology with correct question and
answers 2025/2026
Alan's costume - correct answersLight blue polyester polo shirt and jeans, shows how his
sadness and how he is similar to Dysart (also wearing a blue shirt)
Apron - correct answersThe area between the front curtain and the edge of the stage
Back Projection - correct answersA method of projecting images onto a translucent screen from
behind. Often used for projected scenery or special effects. Because the projector is usually
close to the screen, special lenses are needed to ensure that the image seen by the audience is
large enough.
Barn Door - correct answersA rotatable attachment consisting of two or four metal flaps
(hinged) which is fixed to the front of a Fresnel or PC type lantern to cut off the beam in a
particular direction(s). Profile lanterns use SHUTTERS to achieve a greater degree of control and
accuracy. Barndoors are also available for parcans and birdies.
Blackout - correct answersA lighting cue where all stage lights go off simultaneously.
Build - correct answersIncrease sound levels
Cross Fade - correct answersBringing another lighting state up to completely replace the current
lighting state. Also applies to sound effects/music. Sometimes abbreviated to Xfade or XF.
, Dalton's costume - correct answersHigh waisted brown walking trousers, made of starched
polyester to create a stiff fabric effect. Black, leather walking boots and a mustard woolen
jumper and tweed hat. The walking trousers demonstrate how Dalton's work is heavily outdoors
focused and the high waisted cut implies the time period of the 70s.
Diegetic - correct answersSound that could logically be heard by the characters in the film.
Dora's costume - correct answersA black woolen jumper and a red tartan knee length skirt to
reflect the time period of the 70s, and to suggest that Dora is more actively keeping up with the
times than Frank.
Dysart's costume - correct answersBlue cotton button up shirt with black slacks. Shows how he
is struggling, and finds himself somewhat similar to Alan.
Flat - correct answersA flat piece of theatrical scenery which is painted and positioned on stage
so as to give the appearance of buildings or other background.
Flood - correct answersTo wash the stage with general lighting
Fly - correct answersA system of rope lines, blocks (pulleys), counterweights and related devices
within a theater that enables a stage crew to fly (hoist) quickly, quietly and safely components
such as curtains, lights, scenery, stage effects and, sometimes, people.
Fly Tower - correct answersThe space above the stage into which scenery can be flown via a
rigging system
Follow Spots - correct answersLarge profile spot with operator
