Broadway Jazz Dance Quiz

Which of the following is NOT one of the 3E's of Broadway Jazz?

• Elegance

• Energy

• Endurance

• Expression

What does the term "plié" mean in jazz dance?

• To jump

• To bend

• To turn

• To kick

How many steps are in a pas de bourrée?

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5

What is a battement in jazz dance?

• A jump with both feet

• A brush of the leg up

• A turn on one foot

• A leap across the floor

Which of the following best describes a developpé?

• The leg passes through the passé when kicking

• A quick jump in place

• A spin on both feet

• A leap with both legs straight

What position are the arms in when you turn a pirouette in jazz dance?

• Second position

• First position

• Fifth position

• Third position

What is the main difference between a battement and a developpé?

• A battement is a brush up, while a developpé passes through passé before extending

• A battement is a turn, while a developpé is a jump

• A battement is done on the floor, while a developpé is in the air

• There is no difference

How can a pas de bourrée be used in a jazz dance routine?

• As a preparation for a turn

• As a final pose

• Only for traveling across the stage

• Only for jumps

Which of the following best describes how to execute a pirouette in jazz dance?

• Jump and land on both feet

• Turn on one foot with the other in passé

• Kick the leg up and down quickly

• Slide across the floor

If a dancer wants to show all 3E's of Broadway Jazz in a performance, what should they focus on?

• Only high kicks

• Elegance, energy, and expression in their movement

• Fast music only

• Wearing a costume