5.2 HMH Let's Dance Around the World Vocabulary Practice

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What is capoeira?

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A competitive dance that uses fighting moves, originating from Brazil.

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What does the author mean by asking about dancing in their closing sentences?

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The author wants to help the reader see that everyone has dance in their lives.

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What is the definition of 'horizontal'?

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Horizontal means parallel to the ground; not vertical.

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Who is Savion Glover?

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A famous dancer known for bringing hip hop rhythms to tap dancing.

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What type of book is 'Let's Dance Around the World'?

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It is an informational nonfiction book.

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What is the tarantella?

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A lively Italian folk dance characterized by quick steps and a fast tempo.

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What is the limbo dance?

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A dance where participants bend backward to pass under a horizontal bar.

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What is the significance of dance in culture?

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Dance often reflects cultural traditions and can connect people.

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What is a genre in literature?

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A category of literature characterized by similarities in form, style, or subject matter.

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What does 'nonfiction' mean?

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Nonfiction refers to literature that is based on facts and real events.