Music and Dance in the Spanish-speaking world

Which dance originated in Spain?

• flamenco

• tango

• bachata

• merengue

What is the name of the outfit typically worn by members of a mariachi band?

• camiseta

• chica

• casa

• charro

This type of dance involves hand clapping and foot stomping and is very dramatic. The women often use castanets.

• bolero

• son cubano

• tango

• flamenco

Which dance originated in Argentina?

• bachata

• tango

• flamenco

• bolero

What type of instruments are important in música andina?

• guitars

• wind instruments

• saxophone

• drums

What instrument is predominately heard in rock latino music?

• bongos

• electric guitar

• trumpet

• flute

What is the national dance of the Dominican Republic?

• merengue

• bachata

• tango

• son cubano

Santana is a famous artist who performs what type of music?

• música andina

• hip hop latino

• rock latino

• cumbia

How do you dance merengue?

• stepping back, then together, back, then together

• walking/stepping back and forth

• spinning around with partner

• shifting weight from foot to foot

How do you dance the salsa?

• long strides to the right and left

• small quick steps, forward and back

• jumping up and down

• small jumps to the left