Modern Dance Quiz #1

Bennington College was a leader in the development of collegiate modern dance training during the 1930’s and 1940’s in the United States?

• True

• False

Jacob’s Pillow began as an all-male dance company and dance retreat in Massachusetts. Which modern dance pioneer created the retreat and during what decade?

• Ted Shawn, 1915

• Charles Weidman, 1929

• Erick Hawkins, 1942

• Ted Shawn, 1931

What is Modern Dance?

• A traditional form of ballet

• A style of dance that emphasizes classical techniques

• A form of dance that emphasizes freedom of movement and expression

• A type of dance that originated in ancient Greece

The Denishawn School was located in New York City and is widely considered the first major organized dance school and company in the United States. 

• True

• False

Why and when was Modern Dance developed?

• To enhance classical ballet in the 18th century

• To rebel against the limitations of ballet in the early 20th century

• To create a new form of entertainment in the 21st century

• To revive ancient dance forms in the 17th century

What was “free dance”?

• A style of dance that preceded modern dance and focused on form and structure

• A type of dance that preceded modern dance and had specific costumes

• A style of dance that preceded modern dance and emphasized freedom of movement

• A dance form that preceded modern dance and was used during special ceremonies

Who was Isadora Duncan and what is her significance in dance history?

• A classical ballet dancer known for her strict techniques

• A renowned modern dance choreographer of traditional folk dances

• A famous opera singer in the 19th century

• A modern dance pioneer known for her expressive and charismatic personality

Louie Fuller was a modern dance pioneer known for her innovative sound design

• True

• False

What was Isadora Duncan’s feeling towards ballet, and what inspired her dances?

• She loved ballet and was inspired by its structure

• She was indifferent to ballet and inspired by modern architecture

• She disliked ballet and was inspired by nature and ancient Greek mythology

• She was a ballet enthusiast inspired by classical music

What was Isadora Duncan’s most well-known work and when was it choreographed?

• "The Nutcracker" in 1841

• "Appalachian Spring" in 1942

• "The Mother" in 1923

• "Giselle" in 1877