Let's Dance Around the World

1 The passage says that some types of dance are typically done in front of other people. What does typically mean?

• correctly

• usually

• quickly

• boldly

2 Which idea is supported by the authors' description of the dance known as los viejitos?

• that some dancers wear special costumes

• that some dancers perform without music

• that some dances are really contests of skill

• that some dances imitate the actions of animals

Which type of dance combines dance with moves used in fighting?

• tarantella

• los viejitos

• limbo

• capoeira

The last sentence of the passage asks readers about the dancing they themselves do. Why might the authors ask this question?

• to show that dancing is a good way to connect with friends

• to show that the love of dancing is passed from parent to child

• to help the reader realize that everyone has dance in his or her life

• to help the reader understand that dance is good exercise for young people

5 How does the author organize the passage?

• by talking about several types of dance

• by giving different opinions about the dances

• by listing events in dance history in time order

• by explaining problems some dances cause and their solutions