Cultural Significance of Dance Symbols

What is the significance of the jingle dress in Ria's culture?

• It is a healing dress that sends blessings.

• It is a traditional wedding dress.

• It is worn during harvest festivals.

• It is a ceremonial dress for elders.

What does the dance arena symbolize in Ria's culture?

• A symbol of unity with no beginning or end.

• A place for competition.

• A representation of the four seasons.

• A space for individual expression.

How did Ria's brother encourage her before her first solo dance?

• He gave her a special dance outfit.

• He promised her a reward.

• He whispered 'dance hard' in her ear.

• He played her favorite song.

Which dance style did Ria start learning at the age of 13?

• Jazz

• Tap

• Ballet

• Fancy Shawl

What title did Ria win at the Nationals in Las Vegas?

• International Dance Challenge Champion

• National Dance Champion

• Global Dance Star

• World Dance Champion

What challenge did Ria face in classical dance?

• It was rigid and structured, unlike what she was used to.

• It was not expressive enough.

• It required too much travel.

• It was too similar to traditional dance.

Which countries did Ria travel to as a professional dancer?

• Russia, New Zealand, Italy, Greece

• Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru

• Japan, China, Korea, India

• South Africa, Egypt, Morocco, Kenya

What did the eagle wings symbolize for Ria?

• A representation of her cultural heritage.

• A symbol of her dance achievements.

• A connection to her ancestors and the spirit world.

• A gift from her dance mentor.

How does Ria ensure her daughter's name is pronounced correctly?

• She corrects people when they say it wrong.

• She uses a nickname instead.

• She writes it down for people.

• She teaches her daughter to ignore mispronunciations.

What is Ria's commitment to her cultural heritage?

• To teach dance classes worldwide.

• To preserve and honor her culture through dance.

• To write a book about her dance journey.

• To create a dance school for indigenous children.