Dance and Movement Quizzes for Year 3 Physical Education

Question 1

Which of these is **not** a feature of street dance?

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Performed to classical music

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Energetic and expressive

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Originated in urban areas

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Involves improvisation and creativity

Question 2

In creative movement, what do dancers focus on the most?

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Expressing themselves through movement and feelings?

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Following steps in a strict pattern?

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Dancing together in a group with matching movements?

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Learning proper dance techniques?

Question 3

Where did street dance originate, and which dance styles influenced its development?

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United States; African and funk dance

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France; Ballet and modern dance

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United Kingdom; Hip hop and pop music

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Spain; Salsa and tango

Question 4

In creative movement, dancers use different ways to express their emotions. How do they do this?

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Using their face and body to show their feelings

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Following a set of dance steps

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Wearing costumes and using props

Question 5

How does folk dance show the culture and values of a specific group of people?

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Folk dance keeps alive the old customs and rituals of a community.

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Folk dance is a way to compete with other dancers.

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Folk dance is mainly done for fun.

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Folk dance does not show the beliefs or values of a community.

Question 6

What do dancers mean when they talk about 'flow' in their dancing?

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Dancers are moving smoothly and easily, like their movements are connected.

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Dancers are moving without stopping.

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Dancers are moving quickly to entertain the audience.

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Dancers are just keeping time with the music.

Question 7

What makes dance different from other movements like walking or running?

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Dance is a way to show your feelings through movement.

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Dance always involves music.

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Dance is a type of exercise.

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Dance is only done on a stage.

Question 8

How can we use feedback from people who watch our dance to improve it?

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They can tell us what parts they liked and didn't like.

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They can make us feel good about our performance.

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They can check if we're dancing the steps correctly.

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Feedback from the audience is not important.

Question 9

In creative movement, what does it mean to improvise?

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Make up your own unique dance moves as you go along.

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Follow the dance steps exactly as taught by the teacher.

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Copy the dance moves of your classmates.

Question 10

Who designs the dance moves for a performance?

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The choreographer

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The dancers

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The audience

Question 11

Which quality helps dancers stretch and reach different positions?

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Flexibility

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Strength

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Endurance

Question 12

What sets street dance apart from other dance styles?

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Isolating body parts, popping and locking, and breaking

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Smooth and elegant arm movements

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Synchronized steps and fancy footwork

Question 13

Folk dances have evolved over time. Which of these factors has NOT influenced their development?

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Technological advancements in dance

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Cultural exchange of dances

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Historical and societal events

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Creativity and innovation of dancers

Question 14

How does flexibility benefit dancers?

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Flexibility allows dancers to move more fluidly and with better balance.

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Flexibility enhances dancers' appearance.

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Flexibility is not essential for dancers.

Question 15

How does a choreographer, like Miss Smith, communicate dance moves to students?

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By demonstrating and explaining the dance moves

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By writing down the dance steps

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By allowing students to create their own moves

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By telling a story and having students dance along

Question 16

When dancers dance to music, which part of the music do they listen for and use to help them dance?

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The beat

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The tune

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The words

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They don't listen to the music

Question 17

You're creating a dance for your class. What are the most important things to think about when planning your dance?

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Choose different movements and put them together. Use music to help you decide when each movement happens.

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Pick a costume and make sure the dance is really fast.

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Find a dance you like and copy it exactly.

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Just start dancing and see what happens.

Question 18

Imagine you're a tall, graceful tree swaying gently in the breeze. Show me how the tree moves.

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Sway gently from side to side, then bend forward as if a strong wind has just passed by.

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Stand very still, then start hopping up and down wildly.

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Lie down on the ground, then roll over.

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Run around the room, then stop suddenly.

Question 19

What is a potential drawback of participating in dance and movement classes?

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Taking up a lot of time

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Making new friends

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Learning new skills

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Improving balance and coordination

Question 20

In dance, what is creative movement?

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Making up your own moves and interpreting the music in your own way

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Following a set of exact steps in a specific order

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Moving together in a group, all doing the same steps at the same time

Question 21

What is a unique feature of street dance compared to other dance styles?

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It allows dancers to create their own movements

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It is performed in a circular formation

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It incorporates traditional music

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It necessitates specialized footwear and training

Question 22

Why do different cultures around the world have their own unique dance styles?

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Different cultures have different beliefs and traditions.

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People in different cultures have different amounts of talent.

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The climate is different in different parts of the world.

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Dance is just made up randomly.

Question 23

In group dance, why is it important to use the same dance terms?

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To ensure everyone performs the dance steps consistently.

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To reduce the need for thinking about the dance steps.

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To use sophisticated language when discussing dance.

Question 24

Dance requires dancers to be strong, flexible, and focused. How does regular training help dancers improve these qualities?

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Training helps dancers build strength by making their muscles work harder and more often, flexibility by stretching and bending their bodies, and focus by practicing concentration and coordination.

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Training only helps dancers build strength, not flexibility or focus.

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Training only helps dancers build flexibility, not strength or focus.

Question 25

Which of these is **not** a dance style we will study in this unit?

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Ballroom dance

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Creative movement

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Folk dance

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Street dance

Question 26

When we do creative movement in dance, we:

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Make up our own movements to show how we feel

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Follow set steps

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Learn traditional dance forms

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Do exercises to become stronger

Question 27

There are many benefits to dancing. Which of these is **not** a benefit?

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It helps us read better

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It helps us stay healthy

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It makes us feel more confident

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It helps us stretch our imaginations

Question 28

When we improvise in dance, we:

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Make up our own movements on the spot

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Follow the steps the teacher tells us

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Practise the techniques we've learnt

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Perform a dance that we've rehearsed

Question 29

Which dance style gives children the freedom to express their thoughts and ideas through movement?

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Creative movement

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Folk dance

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Street dance

Question 30

Is it true that folk dances come from different cultures and traditions?

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Yes

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No

Question 31

Which dance style is known for its energetic body movements and catchy rhythms?

Accepted Answer

Street dance

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Creative movement

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Social dance

Question 32

Which dance style encourages dancers to make up their own moves and tell stories through dance?

Accepted Answer

Creative movement

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Ballet

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Tap dance

Question 33

What is the difference between traditional folk dance and modern street dance?

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Traditional folk dances often represent a culture, while street dances are more often improvised.

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Street dances are often performed in groups, while folk dances are usually performed solo.

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Street dance uses complex steps, while folk dance uses simple steps.

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Folk dance is performed for entertainment, while street dance is performed as a competition.

Question 34

Why is warming up before dancing important?

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To prepare the body for movement and reduce the risk of injuries.

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To increase heart rate.

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To improve flexibility.

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To learn new dance steps.

Question 35

What does it mean to 'express yourself' through dance?

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To communicate emotions or ideas through dance

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To copy the movements of others

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To perform the dance steps perfectly

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To have fun

Question 36

What is the difference between a dance step and a dance leap?

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A step is performed on the ground while a leap is performed in the air

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A step is a simple movement while a leap is a complex movement

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A step is performed slowly while a leap is performed quickly

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A step is performed with one foot while a leap is performed with both feet

Question 37

What is the most important thing to remember when you dance?

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To have fun

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To be perfect

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To win a competition

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To follow the rules

Question 38

Which dance style is NOT explored in this unit?

Accepted Answer

Ballet

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Creative movement

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Folk dance

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Street dance

Question 39

What is the main purpose of creative movement in dance?

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To express oneself through movement

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To learn specific dance steps

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To copy the teacher

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To improve flexibility

Question 40

Which folk dance often involves alternating steps and stamping?

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Morris dance

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Ballet

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Hip-hop

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Street dance

Question 41

What element of dance involves moving to the beat of music?

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Rhythm

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Balance

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Flexibility

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Coordination

Question 42

Which dance style is known for its urban influences and improvisational moves?

Accepted Answer

Street dance

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Ballet

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Modern dance

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Tap dance

Question 43

When creating a dance, what is the first step?

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Choosing the music

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Planning the choreography

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Finding dancers

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Designing the costumes

Question 44

What is the name for a group of people who dance together?

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Ensemble

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Team

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Squad

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Pack

Question 45

Which element of dance involves creating shapes with different body parts?

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Shape

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Body

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Movement

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Space

Question 46

What is the main purpose of a warm-up in dance?

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To prepare the body for movement

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To stretch and increase flexibility

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To practice dance moves

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To increase heart rate

Question 47

What is the difference between rhythm and tempo?

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Rhythm refers to the beat, while tempo refers to the speed.

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Tempo refers to the beat, while rhythm refers to the speed.

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They are the same thing.

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They are not related to each other.

Question 48

Which dance style is known for its intricate footwork and elegant arm movements?

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Ballet

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Modern

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Tap

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Salsa

Question 49

What is the essence of improvisation in dance?

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Giving dancers the freedom to express themselves creatively

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Learning new dance moves

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Improving coordination

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Having fun

Question 50

When creating a dance, what should you do first?

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Choose a theme

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Learn the steps

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Find music

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Practice

Question 51

Which dance style is NOT traditional?

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Ballet

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Morris

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Ceilidh

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Square dance

Question 52

What makes street dance unique?

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Improvisation

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Structured movements

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Traditional steps

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Slow tempo

Question 53

Who creates and leads a dance?

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Choreographer

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Conductor

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Dancer

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Composer

Question 54

Which dance style has roots in Africa and features complex rhythms?

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Hip-hop

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Jazz

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Salsa

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Tap

Question 55

How do dancers use their bodies and movements to communicate with their audience?

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By moving their bodies in different ways

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By making funny faces

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By making loud noises

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By wearing colorful costumes

Question 56

In dance, self-expression means adding your own unique style to your moves. Which of these options helps you express yourself through dance?

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Move your body in a way that feels good to you.

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Copy the teacher's moves exactly.

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Wear a colorful and fancy costume.

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Only dance moves that you already know.

Question 57

Which dance style encourages you to make up your own moves?

Accepted Answer

Creative Movement

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Folk Dance

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Street Dance

Question 58

What's the key difference between a dance step and a dance leap?

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A dance step stays on the ground, while a dance leap goes into the air.

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A dance step uses your feet, while a dance leap uses your hands.

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A dance step goes with music, while a dance leap doesn't.

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A dance step is simple, while a dance leap is hard.

Question 59

When dancing together, why is it important for everyone to use the same dance terms?

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To prevent confusion and facilitate dancing as a group.

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To make the dance look more visually appealing.

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To help the teacher understand the dancers' movements.

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Because it's a rule and we must follow the teacher's instructions.

Question 60

Which of the following dance styles is NOT included in this unit?

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Ballet

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Creative movement

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Folk dance

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Street dance

Question 61

What skill helps us move our body in time with music?

Accepted Answer

Rhythm

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Balance

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Speed

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Power

Question 62

Which of the following is an example of imaginative movement in dance?

Accepted Answer

Pretending to be an animal and moving like it

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Repeating a sequence of dance steps

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Performing a traditional folk dance

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Dancing to a specific beat

Question 63

How is folk dance different from other dance styles?

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It is passed down from generation to generation.

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It is always performed with a partner.

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It is only danced to classical music.

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It requires special costumes and props.

Question 64

Which element of dance is used to show feelings and ideas?

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Body movement

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Music

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Rhythm

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Costumes