Dance marathons in the late 1920s and early 1930s in the US

Dance marathons in the late 1920s and early 1930s in the US

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Dance marathons began in Edinburgh, Scotland in 1923 and quickly spread to the US, becoming a popular craze. Participants danced for as long as possible, with the last one standing winning a cash prize. The dance style was simple, focusing on endurance rather than skill.

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What was the public exhibition of human suffering known as?

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In which city and country did the Dance Marathon start?

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What was the main objective of the Dance Marathon participants?

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What would the last survivor of the Dance Marathon win?

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How does the text describe the nature of the Dance Marathon performances?

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