Elements of Dance Test Class Review

Which of the following describes core movements in dance?

• Movements that start from the hands, feet, or head

• Movements that originate from the torso or core of the body

• Movements that involve the entire body

• Movements that focus on one specific body part

What does "fluid" energy in dance represent?

• Abrupt, sharp movements.

• Continuous, flowing movements.

• Grounded, heavy movements.

• Controlled, compact movements.

Which of the following is an example of canon in dance?

• Follow the tone

• Build down / drop

• Follow the Leader

• Stop / Freeze

Which of the following is an example of a locomotor movement?

• Rising up

• Reaching up

• Sliding around the room

• Turning in place

Which of the following is an example of a distal movement?

• A twist from the torso

• A roll from the back

• A head turn

• A jump

Fill in the blank: Core movements start near the torso, while distal movements start further away from the ________.

• core

• hand

• leg

• shoulder

What is the main difference between axial movement and locomotor movement?

• Axial movement stays in one place, while locomotor movement travels across the floor

• Locomotor movement stays in one place, while axial movement travels across the floor

• Locomotor movement is slow, while axial movement is fast

• Axial movement involves jumping, while locomotor movement involves twisting

________________________________ stays in one place.

• H. Axial Movement

• A. Rotational Movement

• B. Translational Movement

• C. Lateral Movement

a sequence of movements repeated at different times.

• F. Canon

• A. Unison

• B. Solo

• C. Duet

_______ is how the GROUP uses the space around them.

• G. Collective Space

• A. Personal Space

• B. Social Distance

• C. Intimate Zone