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How to perform traditional dance - Exam
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  • 1. What is the primary purpose of traditional dance?
A) Physical exercise
B) Competitive sport
C) Modern entertainment
D) Cultural expression and storytelling
  • 2. What is the role of costume in traditional dance?
A) To solely enhance aesthetics
B) To make the dance more difficult
C) To represent characters, stories, or social status
D) To hide the dancer's identity
  • 3. What is a common source of music for traditional dance?
A) Modern pop music
B) Synthesized electronic music
C) Traditional instruments of the culture
D) Classical orchestra
  • 4. How are traditional dances typically passed down?
A) Oral tradition and apprenticeship
B) Social media tutorials
C) Formal dance schools only
D) Written notation
  • 5. What does improvisation typically mean in traditional dance?
A) Following established variations and interpretations
B) Ignoring the music
C) Randomly selecting steps
D) Completely free-form movement
  • 6. What is the significance of the ground in many traditional dances?
A) Solely a physical support
B) Connection to ancestors and the earth
C) Irrelevant to the dance's meaning
D) A stage for showing off skills
  • 7. What is a common element in many traditional dances?
A) A complete lack of structure
B) Repetitive movements and patterns
C) A focus on individual virtuosity
D) Constant change and unpredictability
  • 8. What should you research before learning a traditional dance?
A) The dancer's personal life
B) The cultural context and history
C) The current ticket prices for performances
D) The instructor's favorite color
  • 9. What is the importance of posture in traditional dance?
A) It is only important for ballet.
B) Posture is irrelevant.
C) It's just about standing straight.
D) It often conveys meaning and reflects cultural values.
  • 10. What is the role of community in traditional dance?
A) It is a solitary performance.
B) Community has no role.
C) It often involves community participation and celebration.
D) It is performed only for tourists.
  • 11. What should you avoid when learning a traditional dance?
A) Learning from qualified instructors.
B) Practicing frequently.
C) Asking questions.
D) Appropriating the dance without understanding its cultural significance.
  • 12. What is a common element depicted in traditional dances?
A) Abstract art.
B) Stock prices.
C) Myths, legends, and historical events.
D) Modern fashion trends.
  • 13. What is the function of masks in some traditional dances?
A) To hide the dancers' faces out of embarrassment.
B) To represent deities, spirits, or animals.
C) To make the dance more difficult.
D) Just for decoration.
  • 14. What kind of training might a traditional dancer undergo?
A) A single weekend workshop.
B) Watching YouTube videos.
C) Years of rigorous practice under a master teacher.
D) No training required.
  • 15. What is the proper etiquette when watching a traditional dance performance?
A) Leave halfway through.
B) Talk loudly on your phone.
C) Show respect for the performers and the cultural tradition.
D) Throw objects at the dancers.
  • 16. What is the significance of hand gestures in many traditional dances?
A) They are purely decorative.
B) They are only for counting.
C) They are random and meaningless.
D) They often have specific meanings and convey narratives.
  • 17. What is the purpose of footwork in traditional dances?
A) To make the dance look difficult.
B) To create rhythm, connect with the earth, and express emotions.
C) To tire the dancers out.
D) Footwork is unimportant.
  • 18. What role do elders play in traditional dance?
A) They often serve as keepers of knowledge and instructors.
B) They are irrelevant to the dance.
C) They are only audience members.
D) They are excluded from performances.
  • 19. What type of rhythm does the traditional music consist of?
A) No rhythm at all.
B) Monotonous rhythms.
C) Simple, basic rhythms.
D) Polyrhythmic or complex rhythms.
  • 20. What part of the body is often used to tell a story in a traditional dance?
A) The stomach
B) The legs
C) The face and the hands
D) The elbows
  • 21. In what kind of places may a traditional dance take place?
A) On the moon
B) Sacred spaces or temples
C) Theatres
D) Restaurants
  • 22. What is a traditional dance from Hawaii?
A) Salsa
B) Waltz
C) Tango
D) Hula
  • 23. What is a traditional dance from Spain?
A) Ballet
B) Flamenco
C) Tap
D) Swing
  • 24. What is a traditional dance from Argentina?
A) Jazz
B) Hula
C) Hip Hop
D) Tango
  • 25. What is a traditional dance from India?
A) Bharatanatyam
B) Breakdance
C) Waltz
D) Samba
  • 26. What is the overall feeling you should have when dancing?
A) Silly
B) Disrespectful
C) Greedy
D) Respectful
  • 27. What feeling should you have to the community during the dance?
A) Isolated
B) Mad
C) Belonging
D) Unwelcomed
  • 28. What is the most important thing to remember?
A) The cultural significance
B) Speed
C) Looking good
D) Tricking others
  • 29. What should you focus on to improve when dancing?
A) Giving up
B) Practice
C) Procrastination
D) Avoidance
  • 30. What is a key part of the dance?
A) Being off-beat
B) Ignoring the music
C) Musicality
D) Talking loudly
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