Dance for Year 5: Explore Rhythm, Coordination, and Expression

Question 1

Which of the following is an example of a traditional folk dance? Explain its cultural significance and the context in which it is typically performed.

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The Irish jig, a lively dance from Ireland, is often performed at social gatherings to showcase the dancer's skill and agility.

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Ballet, a technical dance form from France, is known for its graceful movements and elaborate costumes.

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Cha-cha, a popular Latin dance from Cuba, is characterized by its syncopated rhythm and sensual hip movements.

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Breakdancing, a street dance style from New York City, is known for its energetic moves and acrobatic elements.

Question 2

How do spatial awareness and body control contribute to a dancer's performance?

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Spatial awareness helps dancers move around the stage without bumping into others, while body control helps them perform the dance moves correctly.

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Spatial awareness is only important for group dances, while body control is essential for all types of dance.

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Body control is not important for dance, as long as dancers have good spatial awareness.

Question 3

How have historical dance styles influenced the evolution of modern dance?

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Historical dance styles have provided a foundation of techniques, movements, and themes for modern dance.

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Historical dance styles have inspired choreographers to create innovative modern dance pieces.

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Historical dance styles have had no impact on the development of modern dance.

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Historical dance styles have only limited the movements and techniques used in modern dance.

Question 4

Dance is more than just movement and expression. It can also help us develop important life skills. Which of the following is a reason why dance might contribute to the development of life skills?

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Dance encourages teamwork and collective responsibility.

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Dance promotes self-awareness and confidence.

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Dance requires discipline and attention to detail.

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Dance has no impact on the development of life skills beyond physical activity.

Question 5

When dance is used to tell a story, how is it different from other ways of storytelling, like reading books or watching movies?

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In dance, the story is expressed through movements and body language, while in books and movies, it is conveyed through words and pictures.

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Dance lets the audience become part of the story, unlike books or movies where they just watch.

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In dance, the story always unfolds in a straight line, while in books and movies, it can be told in different ways.

Question 6

Which technique in contemporary dance enables dancers to move smoothly across the floor, giving the illusion of floating?

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Suspension

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Contraction

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Isolation

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Extension

Question 7

Which of these is NOT a style of dance explored in this unit?

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Hip-hop

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Contemporary

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Street

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Folk

Question 8

What is the most important thing to think about when creating a dance routine?

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What the dance is trying to say or show

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How many dancers will be involved

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What music will be used

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What costumes and props will be used

Question 9

Which of these is NOT a way that dance can help you?

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Make you better at math

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Improve your coordination

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Increase your flexibility

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Help you express yourself

Question 10

What is a key feature of contemporary dance?

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It uses flowing and expressive movements

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It follows strict traditional rules

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It always involves using props

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It focuses on working with a partner

Question 11

What is the primary goal of this dance unit?

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To encourage students to be creative and express themselves through movement

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To develop technical dance skills

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To prepare students for dance competitions

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To help students learn about the history of dance

Question 12

Which dance style is NOT part of this unit?

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Ballet

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Contemporary

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Street

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Folk

Question 13

What makes contemporary dance special?

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Emotional storytelling

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Strict rules

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Athletic leaps

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Formal costumes

Question 14

What's the difference between a dance move and a step?

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Move = single action, Step = series of moves

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Step = single action, Move = series of steps

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They're the same thing

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Moves are harder than steps

Question 15

What's the point of improvising in dance?

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Make up moves on the spot

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Follow strict steps

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Just listen to the music

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Ignore the audience

Question 16

What do you often see in folk dances?

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Traditional costumes and music

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Complicated steps

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Lots of freedom to express yourself

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Modern music and moves

Question 17

Which of these is NOT a recognized style of dance?

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Aerobics

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Contemporary

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Street

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Folk

Question 18

What is the key characteristic of contemporary dance?

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Freeform expression and improvisation

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Precise movements and sharp lines

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Fast and energetic steps

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Traditional steps and patterns

Question 19

Which dance style typically involves quick, jerky movements?

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Street

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Folk

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Contemporary

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Ballet

Question 20

What is the main reason for warming up before dancing?

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To prepare the body for movement

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To show off dance moves

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To create a performance atmosphere

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To have fun with friends

Question 21

Who designs and creates the dance sequences?

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The choreographer

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The dancer

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The teacher

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The manager

Question 22

In a contemporary dance performance, how does varying the intensity and energy levels of the movement enhance its impact?

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It creates contrast and emphasizes key moments in the choreography.

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It keeps the audience engaged throughout the performance.

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It showcases the dancer's technical skills and stamina.

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It has no real purpose and is only for visual appeal.

Question 23

How do lighting and sound collaborate to create a unique mood or atmosphere in a dance performance?

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Lighting and sound work together to create the mood or atmosphere in a dance performance.

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Lighting and sound have no impact on the mood or atmosphere of a dance performance.

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Lighting establishes the mood or atmosphere, while sound merely enhances it.

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Sound establishes the mood or atmosphere, while lighting merely enhances it.

Question 24

Hip Hop dance has its roots in which community?

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African-American and Latino communities in New York City

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European royal courts

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A mix of different dance styles

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Traditional cultures around the world

Question 25

Imagine you're creating a dance routine that mixes together three dance styles. How would you combine these styles to make a dance that flows well and shows off each style?

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Mix the styles together by using moves and rhythms from each one.

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Keep each style separate, like different parts of the dance.

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Choose styles that are very different, so the dance will be surprising.

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Choose one style to be the main style, and only add a few moves from the other two.

Question 26

In dance, what is essential for dancers to move with accuracy and elegance?

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Coordination and body control

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Footwork

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Costumes

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Music

Question 27

How does the cultural heritage of Scottish Highland dancing affect how it is performed?

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It is performed in kilts.

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It is accompanied by bagpipe music.

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It is only performed solo.

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It is mainly performed on grass.

Question 28

What is NOT an essential element of dance composition?

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Costumes

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Movement through space

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Dynamics

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Tempo

Question 29

Choreographers can use dance to make a social commentary. What is one reason they might do this?

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To raise awareness about important issues

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To tell a story

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To show off their dance moves

Question 30

What's the key difference between classical ballet and modern dance?

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Classical ballet focuses on precise movements and strict lines, while modern dance allows for more fluid and natural movements.

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Modern dance developed after classical ballet.

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Both classical ballet and modern dance can be performed with live or recorded music.

Question 31

How does collaboration and teamwork contribute to the success of a dance production?

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Dancers share their skills and ideas, making the performance more varied and interesting.

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It allows dancers to learn from each other and improve their skills.

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It eliminates the need for a choreographer to lead the group.

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Everyone has the same ideas and vision for the dance.

Question 32

How does music impact the performance of a dance?

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Music influences the speed and rhythm of a dance.

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Music has no impact on how a dance is performed.

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Music only adds a background tune to a dance.

Question 33

Which dance style started in African-American communities and includes making up moves as you go?

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Street

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Contemporary

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Folk

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Jazz

Question 34

What do we call the group of steps that dancers repeat?

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Phrase

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Motif

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Chorus

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Verse

Question 35

Which of these dances is from England?

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Morris dance

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Clogging

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Line dancing

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Tango

Question 36

What is the main goal of this dance unit?

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To develop our creativity through movement

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To learn fancy dance steps

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To win a dance competition

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To become professional dancers

Question 37

In contemporary dance, which technique creates the illusion of dancers floating effortlessly?

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Suspension

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Floor work

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Improvisation

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Ballet jumps

Question 38

Which dance improvisation technique involves using everyday objects to inspire movement?

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Object Improvisation

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Formal Improvisation

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Narrative Improvisation

Question 39

Which of these is NOT a style of dance we will learn in this unit?

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Ballet

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Street dance

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Contemporary dance

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Hip-hop dance

Question 40

What is the main reason we dance in this unit?

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To express ourselves with our bodies

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To get fit and healthy

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To learn about different cultures

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To prepare for a dance show

Question 41

Which of these is NOT something we will focus on improving in this unit?

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Our singing ability

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Our sense of rhythm

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Our coordination

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Our flexibility

Question 42

What is a cool thing we will be able to do by the end of this unit?

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Make up our own awesome dance routines

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Play musical instruments

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Read dance like a book

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Dance by ourselves in front of everyone

Question 43

Which of these dance styles is known for having moves that we make up as we go along?

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Street dance

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Contemporary dance

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Folk dance

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Ballet

Question 44

When we talk about 'rhythm' in dance, what do we mean?

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The way our moves flow together

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How fast or slow we dance

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What props we use

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The music we choose

Question 45

What does 'coordination' help us do in dance?

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It helps us move smoothly from one move to the next.

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It helps us balance

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It helps us keep time with the music

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It helps us avoid getting hurt

Question 46

Which of these is NOT a type of dance covered in this unit?

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Ballet

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Contemporary

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Street

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Folk

Question 47

Which important skill is developed through dance in this unit?

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Coordination

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Flexibility

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Strength

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Strategy

Question 48

Which dance style often involves improvisation and expressing emotions through movement?

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Contemporary

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Street

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Folk

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Jazz

Question 49

What is the term for how dancers are arranged during a dance?

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Formation

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Choreography

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Composition

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Sequence

Question 50

How do costumes help dancers communicate the story in a dance performance?

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Costumes can show the time period or place where the dance takes place.

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Costumes are not important for telling a story in dance.

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Costumes only make the dancers look more attractive.

Question 51

How do props contribute to storytelling and symbolism in different dance styles, such as contemporary and traditional Japanese dance?

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Props in traditional Japanese dance represent characters or objects, while in contemporary dance they express abstract ideas or emotions.

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Props are used equally in both contemporary and traditional Japanese dance to tell stories.

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Props are not used in contemporary dance, but are essential in traditional Japanese dance.

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Props in traditional Japanese dance only add decoration and color to the performance.

Question 52

Which dance style is NOT included in the unit's exploration?

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Ballet

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Contemporary

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Street

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Folk

Question 53

What is the primary purpose of coordination in dance?

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To control body movements

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To express emotions

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To create a sense of rhythm

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To develop creativity

Question 54

Which feature is a defining characteristic of street dance?

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Improvisation

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Formal attire

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Precise footwork

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Complex choreography

Question 55

Which of the following is NOT a style of dance taught in this unit?

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Ballet

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Contemporary

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Street

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Folk

Question 56

What valuable skill is NOT developed through dance?

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Problem-solving

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Rhythm

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Coordination

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Flexibility

Question 57

What is the main purpose of street dance?

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Personal expression

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Audience entertainment

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Storytelling

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Formal structure

Question 58

What primary role does a choreographer fulfill in the dance world?

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Creating and structuring dance routines

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Performing on stage

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Teaching dance techniques

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Composing music for dance

Question 59

Which of the following are forms of non-verbal communication in dance?

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A combination of all three

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Facial expressions

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Body language

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Hand gestures

Question 60

How can music influence dance?

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It sets the mood and tone.

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It provides a rhythm for dancers to follow.

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It inspires the design of costumes.

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It determines the size of the audience.

Question 61

During dance rehearsals, why is it important to practice the dance moves repeatedly?

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To refine coordination and timing

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To enhance the visual appeal of the dance

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To expand the repertoire of dance moves

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To improve physical fitness

Question 62

What is a primary skill developed through dance in this unit?

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Both Rhythm and Coordination

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Rhythm

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Coordination

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Teamwork

Question 63

Which dance style is known for its energetic and urban flavor?

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Street

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Contemporary

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Folk

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Ballet

Question 64

What is the primary focus of folk dance in this unit?

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Exploring cultural traditions

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Mastering technical skills

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Creating original dances

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Performing for an audience