World Dances

World Dances

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Arts

4th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

From which country does this dance originate?

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China

Answer explanation

This form of dance utilizing elongated sleeves originated in China during the Zhou Dynasty and gained popularity during the Ming Dynasty. Over time, this dance form has gained more popularity and can now commonly be found in other countries. Water Sleeve is merely one form of dance amongst the many that are showcased in Chinese culture as theater and dance hold many popular traditions and rituals.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Where does this dance come from?

Back

Germany

Answer explanation

German Schuhpattler:

The Schuhplattler is a traditional style of folk dance popular in the regions of Bavaria and Tyrol (southern Germany, Austria and the German speaking regions of northern Italy). In this dance, the performers stomp, clap and strike the soles of their shoes (Schuhe), thighs and knees with their hands held flat (platt).

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Where does this dance come from?

Back

India

Answer explanation

Bharatanatyam is an Indian classical dance form that originated in Tamil Nadu. It is one of eight Indian classical dance forms recognized by the Sangeet Natak Akademi, and expresses South Indian religious themes and spiritual ideas, particularly of Shaivism and in general of Hinduism.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Where does this dance come from?

Back

Mexico

Answer explanation

"El Son de la Negra" is a Mexican folk song, originally from Tepic, Nayarit, best known from an adaptation by Jaliscian musical composer Blas Galindo in 1940 for his suite Sones de mariachi. It is commonly referred to as the "second national anthem of Mexico."

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Where does this dance come from?

Back

Ukraine

Answer explanation

Ukrainian Hopak

The Hopak is the most well-known and probably the most awe-inspiring of all traditional Ukrainian dances. While dancing the Hopak, Kozaks practiced the basic elements of a fight – speed, powerful kicks, and cuffs, special stands, and tactics. Of course, the art of the Hopak was for men only. Nowadays, the Hopak is danced by both men and women, but men usually play the main role in this dance.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Where does this dance come from?

Back

Ireland

Answer explanation

Riverdance

Irish dance or Irish dancing is traditional Gaelic or Celtic dance forms that originated in Ireland. It can be performed as a solo or in groups of up to twenty or more trained dancers. In Ireland, Irish dance is part of social dancing or may be for formal performances and competitions.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

From which country does this dance originate?

Back

South Africa

Answer explanation

Zulu Dance

Traditional Zulu dancing is an important part of the Zulu culture. Dancing is usually performed during a traditional Zulu ceremony, and is accompanied by vibrant singing and sometimes the beating of drums. Zulu dancing is something quite spectacular, especially when the men and women are fully dressed in their traditional attire.

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