Baile Folklórico and The Heart of a Dance Quiz

Which inference about baile folklórico is supported by information in paragraphs 2 and 3?

• At one point, only Spanish dancers were allowed to perform baile folklórico.

• Performing baile folklórico was seen as a way to resist Spain's control.

• Baile folklórico was in danger of disappearing from Mexico.

• Recent changes to baile folklórico have made it more popular.

Type evidence that supports your answer to question 1

Answer explanation

Because many traditional dances were being forgotten, you can infer that Baile Folklorico was also in danger of disappearing.

Which sentence from the text provides the best evidence for the controlling idea in the text?

• Centuries passed, but all of Mexico's efforts to gain its independence from Spain were unsuccessful.

• Since that time, many of the traditional dances have been forgotten.

• After attending the National School of Dance in Mexico City, she began teaching modern dance and European ballet at the Fine Arts National Institute.

• Baile folklórico is as beautiful as it is significant to the cultural heritage of Latin America.

Which idea about baile folklórico is emphasized by the photograph?

• Its music is fast and lively.

• It contains many modern elements.

• Its dancers wear traditional clothing.

• It is more popular in Mexico than in other countries.

The Latin root viv, meaning “life, live,” helps the reader understand that the word revived means —

• regained interest

• watched again

• considered again

• researched by others

Type evidence to support your answer to question 5

Answer explanation

"Centuries later" implies that a lot of time has passed, so it needed to be brought back to life.

Which sentence from the text best demonstrates that Martin’s family wants him to be happy?

• He was always thankful even though he believed he was born for this.

• By the age of four, Martin was mesmerized by his uncle, a Jalisco dancer in their home village in southern Mexico.

• Martin began lessons with his uncle when he was only eight.

• One evening his father came home with a violin, and Martin found a new rhythm and new dreams in its delicate body and lively strings.

Which theme is revealed through the story’s events?

• Close friends help each other get through difficult life events.

• People should share their talents rather than hiding them.

• Music has the power to unite people with different backgrounds.

• Painful disappointments may lead to unexpected opportunities.

Type evidence that supports your answer to question 8

Based on the setting, the reader can tell that Martin believes —

• He may dance again someday.

• Performing with Amalia is a great honor.

• He is more talented than the group’s older musicians.

• It is important for everyone to learn traditional dances.