Quiz in Social Dance

The term BALLROOM originated from the Latin word “BALLARE” which means to ________________.

Social dances and dance mixers are dances intended primarily to get to know other people in attendance to a certain social function. They are also called _______.

What is the primary purpose of Social Dancing?

• To compete and win medals.

• To perform on stage for an audience.

• To express feelings through movement.

• To enjoy recreation and build social relationships.

Social dances and ballroom dances are different from dancesport because the latter is freer in nature and are primarily intended to widen one’s social horizon, for recreation and _________.

These are a set of guidelines that help you navigate the social dimensions of dancing.

Standard dances are restricted to close ballroom position with their partner. If your group in your class will be performing the standard waltz, which of the following is appropriate to be worn by males?

• Black/white shirt  

• Black/white sleeveless

• Black/white sweatshirt

• Coat & tie/tuxedo

Examples of Latin American dances are cha cha cha, jive, samba, paso doble and rumba. Modern Standard dances on the other hand, include foxtrot, tango and _____.

“May I invite you to dance?”

this line implies _____________.

• A boy forcing a girl to dance.

• A boy with no one to dance with, pleading.

• A boy who wishes to dance with somebody.

• A boy who treats a girl with respect, even in dancing.

Aside from fitness, which of the following can be developed if one engages in social dancing activities?

• Courtesy

• Popularity

• Sense of community

• Courtesy and Sense of community

In social dancing, a boy leads while a girl follows. The following are the values developed in the said activity EXCEPT one referring to a disease that can be encountered when one is not active in any physical activities.

• Leadership

• Obedience

• Obesity

• Respect