The Art of Dance

What is the main topic of the passage?

• How art develops

• Dance

• The author's childhood

• Fairfield Central High School

What type of nonfiction is this article?

• Expository

• Narrative

• Descriptive

• Persuasive

What can be inferred about the author's perspective on the topic?

• Neutral

• Positive

• Negative

• Uncertain

Which section of the passage provides the most detailed information?

• Introduction

• Body

• Conclusion

• References

What is the significance of the title in relation to the passage?

• It summarizes the main idea

• It introduces the author

• It provides background information

• It lists the references

Who is the intended audience for the passage?

• General public

• Doctors

• Dance Instructors

• Children

According to the article, what is the objective of dance?

• To show movement

• To display rhythm

• To tell a story

• To make life enjoyable

Which of the following does Alvin Ailey's masterwork, "Revelations" NOT do?

• Draws on childhood recollections

• Tells the story of African American faith

• Uses African American spirituals as inspiration

• Highlights ballet from the Italian Renaissance

Fill in the blank according to what the article states:

Learning and memorizing choreography _____________

• Keeps the brain active

• Helps with Alzheimers

• Cultivates social media challenges

• Is the best way to engage the audience

What kind of dancing was the author not good at a few months prior to the article?

• Jazz

• Hip Hop

• Slow tempo

• The waltz