Saman Dance Wadidaw

Where does Saman Dance originate from?

• Bali, Indonesia

• Aceh, Indonesia

• Java, Indonesia

• Sumatra, Indonesia

Which ethnic group is responsible for creating the Saman Dance?

• Javanese

• Balinese

• Gayo

• Sundanese

What is the main characteristic of the Saman Dance?

• Fast-paced synchronized hand and body movements

• Use of props like fans and umbrellas

• Solo performances with acrobatics

• Slow and graceful movements like ballet

How do the dancers position themselves in Saman Dance?

• Standing in a circle

• Sitting cross-legged

• Kneeling in a straight row

• Moving freely across the stage

What is the role of the “Syekh” in Saman Dance?

• The lead dancer who performs solos

• The person who sings and leads the group

• The drummer who sets the rhythm

• The costume designer for the dancers

Which of the following is NOT a movement in Saman Dance?

• Clapping hands

• Slapping the chest and thighs

• Jumping and spinning

• Tapping the shoulders of the next dancer

Why is Saman Dance often called the "Dance of a Thousand Hands"?

• Because dancers use complex and synchronized hand movements

• Because there are always 1,000 dancers performing together

• Because each dancer has additional fake hands on their costumes

• Because the dance represents many hands working together in farming

What is the main purpose of Saman Dance?

• To entertain tourists

• To show gratitude and prayers to God

• To tell a love story

• To celebrate weddings

Which UNESCO title was given to Saman Dance in 2011?

• World's Best Folk Dance

• Cultural Dance of Indonesia

• Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity

• Global Traditional Art Award

How many dancers usually perform Saman Dance?

• 2–5 dancers

• 6–12 dancers

• 10–50 dancers

• 100+ dancers