Ballet Quiz for Sixth Grade

What is the first position in ballet?

• Fourth position

• First position

• Second position

• Third position

Which ballet position requires the feet to be turned out and heels touching?

• Fourth position

• Third position

• First position

• Second position

What is the name of the ballet technique that involves jumping and beating the legs together in the air?

• pirouette

• jete

• plie

• tendu

Which ballet technique involves standing on the tips of the toes?

• Belly dancing technique

• Hip-hop technique

• Tap technique

• Pointe technique

What is the term for a 360-degree turn on one foot in ballet?

• jump

• pirouette

• spin

• twist

In which ballet position are the feet in a straight line with the heel of one foot touching the toe of the other?

• Fifth Position

• First Position

• Seventh Position

• Third Position

What is the term for a small jump in ballet?

• Plie

• Grand jete

• Sauté

• Port de bras

Which ballet position requires the feet to be turned out and one foot placed in front of the other?

• Second Position

• First Position

• Third Position

• Fifth Position

What is the term for a movement in which the working leg is lifted and the foot is pointed?

• Passe

• Tendu

• Plie

• Releve

Which ballet technique involves bending the knees and lowering the body?

• pirouette

• grand jeté

• plié

• tendu