Dance Genre Quiz

What is a natural and universal human activity with roots in religious needs?

• Singing

• Dance

• Painting

• Writing

Which dance genre is characterized by highly theatrical dance with prescribed movements?

• Jazz Dance

• Folk Dance

• Ballet

• Modern Dance

Who is NOT a key figure in Ballet?

• George Balanchine

• Misty Copeland

• Anna Pavlova

• Fred Astaire

Which dance genre emphasizes natural and spontaneous movement?

• Modern Dance

• Ballet

• Jazz Dance

• Folk Dance

Which of the following is a key figure in Modern Dance?

• Isadora Duncan

• Jack Cole

• Bob Fosse

• Katherine Dunham

World Concert/Ritual Dance is specific to particular cultures and often has what function?

• Entertainment

• Ceremonial

• Educational

• Recreational

Which dance genre includes examples from Native American and Asian cultures?

• Jazz Dance

• Ballet

• World Concert/Ritual Dance

• Modern Dance

What type of dance is passed through generations and may have ritualistic aims?

• Ballet

• Folk Dance

• Jazz Dance

• Modern Dance

Which dance genre originated from African traditions and is characterized by improvisation?

• Ballet

• Jazz Dance

• Modern Dance

• Folk Dance

Who is a key figure in Jazz Dance?

• Martha Graham

• Alvin Ailey

• Jack Cole

• George Balanchine