Lesson 1 Dance Forms

The __________ is a theatrical dance in which a formal academic dance technique combines with other artistic elements such as music, costume and stage scenery. The dancers wear special shoes to balance easily on tiptoe.

• Waltz

• Ballet

• Tap

The __________ is a ballroom dance performed by a couple who turn rhythmically round and round with a swaying motion as they progress around the dance floor

• Waltz

• Ballet

• Tap

Known as the folk dance and music of northwestern India __________ is the popular music genre that emerged from it in the mid-to-late 20th century

• Bhangra

• Tap

• Waltz

The __________ is a form of song and dance commonly associated with the Andalusian Gypsies of Southern Spain.

• Tap

• Flamenco

• Bhangra

The __________ dance receives its name from the clicking sound produced by the special shoes with metal plates attached to the toe and the heel.

• Waltz

• Ballet

• Tap

The __________ is a social dance that originated in Buenos Aires and is characterised by rhythms and abrupt pauses.

• Tap

• Tango

• Waltz