Cheerdancing and Contemporary Dance Quiz

Which country is credited with the origin of cheerdancing?

• United States

• Philippines

• United Kingdom

• Canada

What is the primary goal of cheerdancing?

• To showcase solo gymnastics

• To lead cheers and boost morale during sports events

• To replace halftime shows

• To imitate ballroom dancing

Contemporary dance incorporates movements from which classification of dance?

• Folk Dance

• Interpretative Dance

• Ballroom Dance

• Tap Dance

Which major Philippine collegiate event popularized cheerdancing as a competition?

• NCAA swimming tournaments

• UAAP Cheerdance Competition

• Palarong Pambansa

• Intramurals

What does "space" in dance pertain to?

• Energy usage

• How performers use the area around them

• Tempo of the performance

• Emotional energy

What is an example of a locomotor movement?

• Leap

• Stretch

• Twist

• Collapse

Which element of dance refers to the amount of effort exerted during a performance?

• Time

• Energy

• Space

• Direction

Which of the following describes the term "canon" in choreography?

• A simultaneous movement of dancers

• Movements performed successively and ending at the same point

• High-energy improvisations

• Quick transitions

In cheerdancing, what is the proper term for the position where the arms form a "V" above the head?

• Low V

• High V

• Touchdown

• Tabletop

What is the "pyramid" in a cheerdance routine?

• A sequential step-by-step routine

• A formation of multiple dancers at varying levels

• A unique dance style

• A backward tumbling skill