Jazz Dance: History & Vocabulary

Which of the following is a famous jazz dance move? A) Moonwalk B) Jazz hands C) Arabesque D) Grand jeté.

• Moonwalk

• Jazz hands

• Arabesque

• Grand jeté

In which decade did jazz dance become popular in the United States?

• 1920s

• 1950s

• 1980s

• 2000s

What is a characteristic feature of jazz dance?

• Rigid posture

• Fluid and expressive movements

• Slow tempo

• Lack of rhythm

Which of the following is NOT typically associated with jazz dance?

• Syncopation

• Improvisation

• Classical music

• High energy

Which famous musical is known for its jazz dance choreography?

• The Nutcracker

• Chicago

• Swan Lake

• The Phantom of the Opera

What does Jazz Dance especially reflect?

• Political events

• Economic changes

• Music and social dances

• Scientific discoveries.

The styles of Jazz Dance were developed by whom?

• Pop artists

• Jazz artists and teachers

• Classical musicians

• Rock bands.

Jazz Dance reflects changes in what?

• Technology

• Culture

• Geography

• Climate

Which Broadway production marked the evolution of Jazz dance in the 1950s?

• West Side Story

• Chicago

• Cats

• The Lion King

What is the definition of 'Beat' in jazz vocabulary?

• A fast movement

• The underlying regular pulsation

• A type of dance

• A musical instrument