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Filipino Folk Dance Quiz

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the fundamental position of the feet where the heels are closed together and the toes apart to form a V-shape?

a)

First position

b)

Second position

c)

Third position

d)

Fourth position

2.

Which arm position is being described, when both arms are raised to the sides at shoulder level?

a)

First position

b)

Second position

c)

Third position

d)

Fourth position

3.

What is the dance interpreted and adapted by the elderly residents of Moncada, Tarlac? It combines Spanish and Ilocano dance steps and music.

a)

Tinikling

b)

La Jota Moncadeña

c)

Pandanggo sa Ilaw

d)

Maglalatik

4.

In the brush step, what is the initial movement of the foot?

a)

Slide

b)

Brush

c)

Step

d)

Hop

5.

What is the typical time signature of 'La Jota Moncadeña'?

a)

2/4

b)

¾

c)

4/4

d)

6/8

6.

Which arm position is called when one arm is raised in front of the chest and the other arm is raised overhead?

a)

First position

b)

Second position

c)

Third position

d)

Fourth position

7.

Why is 'La Jota Moncadeña' dance significant in Filipino culture?

a)

It is a modern dance style.

b)

It reflects Spanish influence on Filipino dance.

c)

It originated from a specific tribe.

d)

It is used in religious rituals.

8.

Which step requires the dancer to brush one foot forward, then step on the same foot?

a)

Change step

b)

Brush step

c)

Waltz step

d)

Hayon-hayon

9.

What is the proper counting of 3/4 time signature?

a)

1 and 2

b)

1, 2, 3

c)

1, 2, 3, 4

d)

1, 2

10.

What is the arm position called when both are raised at one side parallel to each other?

a)

First position

b)

Second position

c)

Lateral position

d)

Forth position

11.

When performing a change step, how many counts are used?

a)

2 counts

b)

3 counts

c)

4 counts

d)

6 counts

12.

Which dance pattern involves a step, close, step movement and counting of 1, 2, 3?

a)

Change step

b)

Waltz step

c)

Brush step

d)

Hayon-hayon

13.

Which of the following movements demonstrate the proper execution of the Hayon-Hayon dance step?

a)

one arm is bent in front at the waist level and the other is bent at waist level

b)

both arms are raised at one side parallel to each other

c)

both arms are lifted above the head, slightly curving

d)

One arm is raised above the head, while the other maintains the second position

14.

During the first figure of 'La Jota Moncadeña,' what is the typical starting position of the dancers?

a)

Facing each other

b)

Standing side by side

c)

In a circle formation

d)

In a straight line

15.

How do the dance steps of 'La Jota Moncadeña' reflect Spanish influence in Filipino culture?

a)

Through the use of indigenous instruments

b)

By incorporating Spanish dance styles and rhythms

c)

By highlighting tribal movements

d)

Through the use of traditional Filipino attire

16.

Which figure in 'La Jota Moncadeña' requires analyzing step patterns to ensure smooth transitions between movements?

a)

Figure 1

b)

Figure 2

c)

Figure 3

d)

All figures

17.

Why is it important to maintain proper arm positions while performing dance steps?

a)

To increase the complexity of the dance

b)

To enhance the aesthetic quality and balance

c)

To simplify the dance movements

d)

To reduce the number of steps required

18.

Which of the following best evaluates the role of counting in dance performance?

a)

It creates confusion among dancers.

b)

It helps maintain synchronization and rhythm.

c)

It makes the dance appear faster.

d)

It is optional and depends on the dancer's preference.

19.

Create a unique ENDING POSE for 'La Jota Moncadeña' that incorporates both technical and expressive skills. What could be a possible pose?

a)

Both arms raised above the head with a lunge forward

b)

Both hands on the waist with feet together

c)

One arm raised and the other extended sideward, feet in second position

d)

Both arms in lateral position with a jump forward

20.

As a student, which of the following actions would best demonstrate your creativity in promoting folk dance in the Philippines?

a)

Writing an essay about the importance of folk dances in Filipino culture

b)

Organizing a school-wide folk dance competition with original choreography

c)

Watching online videos of folk dance performances

d)

Memorizing the steps of a traditional folk dance for a class presentation