HOPE 12

A Columbian dancer who created Zumba.

• A. Alberto Perez

• B. Isadora Duncan

• C. Martha Graham

• D. Ricky Martin

Answer explanation

Zumba was founded in October 1998 by Alberto “Beto” Perez, a Columbian dancer who started the fitness class in the 90s in his home country.

What is the original name of Zumba?

• Zuma

• Suma

• Zuba

• Rhumba

Answer explanation

Originally it was named as “Rhumba” but the people in the US had a hard time pronouncing it, so it became “Zumba”.

It is a type of exercise that doesn't need expensive equipment, you only need a music source and you are good to go.

• Hiking

• Dancing

• Biking

• Jogging

Answer explanation

Dancing has become a widely accepted form of a fun way to exercise and keep fit, and all ages love it. It is one way to achieve your desired weight. When you engage in dancing exercises, there is no need for expensive equipment, you only need a music source, and you are good to go.

Which among the following is NOT a benefit of dancing as a form of exercise?

• Costly and expensive

• Grows your social circle

• Boosts your brain power

• Improves flexibility, balance, and posture.

Answer explanation

Cost-efficient. There is a type of music for every kind of workout need. Music can be assessed by anyone at their disposal. Dancing can be done at any space available to you.

Which among the following is NOT a benefit of dancing as a form of exercise?

• Helps you to lose weight

• Strengthens the bones

• Improves blood circulation and increases stamina

• It accumulates toxins and stresses

Answer explanation

Helps you to lose weight. The rigorous movements of the different parts of the body help tone the muscles to achieve a shapely toned body structure.

• Strengthens the bones. Since dance is a weight-bearing activity, it effectively strengthens the bones, especially the leg bones.

• Improves blood circulation and increases stamina. Dancing is a great cardio workout. Being so, dancing can improve heart health lowering the risk of heart disease.

Zumba was founded in the USA.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Dance is a form of exercise only.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Dancing is a form of moderate exercise.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Dancing can make you gain friends.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Applying correct dancing techniques can help you avoid physical injuries.

• TRUE

• FALSE