Dance Styles and Musical Works

Ballet is...

• A classical dance form emphasizing grace, precision, and technique

• A theatrical performance that focuses on acting and dialogue

• A modern dance style characterized by free expression

• A physical sport emphasizing strength and speed

Cha-cha dance is ...

• A dance with lively rhythm, hip movements, and triple step pattern

• A dance witih slow and smooth movements typical of a waltz

• A dance with sharp, staccato steps of a quickstep

• Energetic and synchronized moves of salsa

The Charleston dance is ...

• an athletic dance that includes kicks and inward leg rotations on syncopated beats of the music

• Slow dance and smooth steps

• A dance with formal posture

• Ballroom style dancing

Conjunto music is a musical genre created in ____.

• Texas

• Mexico

• Brazil

• Argentina

The Lindy Hop dance is a ...

• It is a lively and energetic swing dance characterized by rhythmic moves.

• It is a slow classical waltz.

• It is a form of hip hop dance.

• It is a structured ballet dance.

The Mambo dance originated in ...

• Cuba

• USA

• Spain

• Mexico

The Samba dance is distinguished by its...

• Its rigid and structured steps.

• Its slow, graceful pace.

• Its minimal movement and simplicity.

• Its fast tempo, syncopated rhythm, and energetic hip movements.

Which one of the following best describes the Tango dance?

• A passionate and dramatic dance with iconic close embraces.

• A casual folk dance performed at country events.

• A highly energetic exercise routine.

• A classical ballet dance focused on grace.

Tap dancing is unique due to its percussive qualities created by the tapping sounds produced by special shoes.

• Its scenic venues

• Its costume

• Its percussive qualities

• Its hand movements

Hot jazz is a style of jazz known for its vigorous, energetic performance and improvisational nature, which played a significant role in the evolution of modern jazz.

• True

• False