Irish Dance (Riverdance) - Test
- 1. Which country is Riverdance associated with?
A) France
B) Ireland
C) England
D) Scotland
- 2. Which Riverdance performer gained international recognition for his tap dancing?
A) Jean Butler
B) Maria Pagés
C) Colin Dunne
D) Michael Flatley
- 3. In what year did Riverdance premiere?
A) 1994
B) 1989
C) 2010
D) 2001
- 4. Which Riverdance performance was televised during the Eurovision Song Contest in 1994?
A) Commercial break
B) Interval act
C) Opening act
D) Closing act
- 5. Where did Riverdance first receive standing ovations that led to its global success?
A) West End
B) Broadway
C) Carnegie Hall
D) Eurovision Song Contest
- 6. Who composed the music for Riverdance?
A) Bill Whelan
B) Loreena McKennitt
C) James Horner
D) Enya
- 7. What dance movement is characterized by rigid upper body and intricate footwork in Irish dance?
A) Lilt
B) Treble
C) Reel
D) Jig
- 8. Which world-renowned dance troupe has also performed Riverdance-style shows?
A) Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
B) Ballet Folklórico de México
C) Dance Theatre of Harlem
D) Lord of the Dance
- 9. What musical instrument is prominently featured in Riverdance performances?
A) Bodhrán
B) Piano
C) Violin
D) Guitar
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