Understanding Kizomba Dance Concepts

Understanding Kizomba Dance Concepts

Assessment

Interactive Video

World Languages, Arts, Education, Performing Arts

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

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The video discusses the journey of an Angolan teacher who became passionate about Kizomba, a dance form from Angola. It highlights the differences in how Kizomba is taught in Angola compared to other places. The speaker shares personal experiences, including performing in Portugal and being inspired by urban dance videos. The video aims to clarify misconceptions about Kizomba, emphasizing its cultural significance and the emotional connection it fosters.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main differences in teaching Kizomba between Angola and other places?

The music used

The complexity of the dance

The duration of the classes

The number of students

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the narrator decide to stay in Portugal after the show in 1992?

They fell in love with the place

There was a big war back home

They wanted to learn more about Kizomba

They found a better job

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What inspired the narrator to travel to France for dance classes?

A dance competition

A YouTube video of a famous dance couple

A recommendation from a friend

An invitation from a dance school

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where does the narrator's good girlfriend live?

Angola

Mexico

Portugal

France

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common misconception about Kizomba?

It is not a social dance

It originated in France

It is only for professionals

It is a solo dance

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the narrator, what is Kizomba primarily about?

How you look

How you feel

The music

The steps

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who can you dance Kizomba with, according to the narrator?

Anyone

Only friends

Only family members

Only professionals

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