Philippine Folk Dance Quiz

What is the most popular Philippine folk dance?

• Tinikling

• Pandanggo sa Ilaw

• Itik-Itik

• Maglalatik

Which folk dance mimics the movement of a bird?

• Itik-Itik

• Cariñosa

• Kuratsa

• Pangalay

In the dance Maglalatik, what is the primary prop used by the dancers?

• Bamboo sticks

• Candles

• Coconut shells

• Scarves

If you were teaching a group of children the Cariñosa, what key movement should they practice to embody the dance?

• Balancing lamps on their heads

• Hiding behind fans or handkerchiefs

• Hopping between bamboo poles

• Slapping coconut shells together

A teacher plans to perform Pandanggo sa Ilaw with her students during a cultural festival. Which skill is essential for this dance?

• Perfect synchronization of steps

• Balancing glasses or lamps on the head and hands

• Rapid footwork to avoid stepping on props

• Flexibility for high leg kicks

Your school is hosting a folk dance competition. How can you ensure the authenticity of your team's Tinikling performance?

• Use modern pop music as background.

• Perform in traditional Barong Tagalog and Filipiniana.

• Incorporate acrobatics for flair.

• Use plastic poles for safety.

Ballet originated in which country?

• Russia

• Italy

• France

• England

Which of the following is NOT a basic ballet position?

• First position

• Fifth position

• Sixth position

• Third position

In classical ballet, what does the term plié mean?

• To jump

• To bend

• To stretch

• To turn

A ballet instructor notices a student struggles with balance during arabesque. What advice should the instructor give?

• Lower the leg slightly for stability.

• Use the barre for support.

• Focus on strengthening core muscles.

• All of the above.