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2nd Unit Test – PE3 (Set A)

Total questions: 90

Worksheet time: 45mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

During a PE performance, your classmate demonstrates contraction and release using the torso. Which pioneer’s technique is he showcasing?

a)

Merce Cunningham

b)

Isadora Duncan

c)

Martha Graham

d)

Doris Humphrey

2.

A student dances barefoot, using flowing movements inspired by nature and Greek statues. This style resembles the work of:

a)

Isadora Duncan

b)

Martha Graham

c)

Merce Cunningham

d)

Rudolf Laban

3.

Your teacher asks the class to practice breathing and posture before dancing. What is the main purpose of this exercise?

a)

To burn calories

b)

To establish control and prepare the body

c)

To show creativity

d)

To copy ballet traditions

4.

In a dance practice, your classmate uses floor work and improvisation. Which style of dance is he most likely performing?

a)

Ballet

b)

Modern dance

c)

Contemporary dance

d)

Ballroom dance

5.

Your friend is rehearsing spiral turns around the body’s axis. This movement belongs to which category?

a)

Modern dance basics

b)

Contemporary dance basics

c)

Ballet techniques

d)

Ballroom positions

6.

You notice that a modern dance presentation is very grounded and expressive, unlike ballet. What makes modern dance less rigid than ballet?

a)

It has no movements

b)

It relies on natural expression and torso use

c)

It copies jazz entirely

d)

It ignores human emotions

7.

During practice, the class is asked to “fall and recover” gracefully. What skill is being developed?

a)

Balance and control

b)

Speed and endurance

c)

Flexibility in arms

d)

Partner communication

8.

A dancer tosses a coin to decide the sequence of steps in her routine. Which choreographer is she applying?

a)

Isadora Duncan

b)

Martha Graham

c)

Merce Cunningham

d)

Jose Limon

9.

Your teacher emphasizes “fluid arm swings and floor rolls” in warm-up. This is characteristic of which style?

a)

Ballet

b)

Jazz dance

c)

Modern dance

d)

Contemporary dance

10.

Your classmate explains that ballroom dancing started in royal courts and spread to the general population. Which statement best describes its history?

a)

Originated as a street dance in the 20th century

b)

Began as a royal social activity, later shared widely

c)

Started in America as a sport

d)

Developed from ballet traditions

11.

A pair of students performs the Waltz in a closed hold, moving smoothly around the floor. What type of ballroom dance is this?

a)

Standard dance

b)

Latin dance

c)

Modern dance

d)

Contemporary dance

12.

A duo presents a lively Cha-Cha with expressive hip action. What ballroom category does this belong to?

a)

Standard

b)

Latin

c)

Modern

d)

Contemporary

13.

A dancer demonstrates high curve-hip thrust movements in class. What basic category is she practicing?

a)

Contemporary basics

b)

Modern basics

c)

Ballet basics

d)

Jazz basics

14.

In contemporary dance, why is improvisation important?

a)

It shows flexibility in costumes

b)

It encourages spontaneous and personal expression

c)

It eliminates practice

d)

It copies traditional forms

15.

Your teacher reminds you to maintain a straight back, lifted chest, and relaxed shoulders. Which aspect of ballroom is being emphasized?

a)

Frame

b)

Posture

c)

Partnership

d)

Rhythm

16.

While dancing in closed frame, the leader guides and the follower responds. What value is highlighted in this setup?

a)

Independence

b)

Trust and cooperation

c)

Speed

d)

Creativity

17.

Your classmate says ballroom is both an art and a sport. What makes it a sport?

a)

Free improvisation

b)

International rules and competition

c)

Inspired by Greek statues

d)

Storytelling through dance

18.

A dancer emphasizes emotion and storytelling using contraction of the torso. Which quality of modern dance does this show?

a)

Athleticism

b)

Storytelling through expressive movement

c)

Improvised floor work

d)

Competitive rules

19.

During a performance, you see dancers barefoot using natural, flowing movements. Which pioneer’s philosophy is being applied?

a)

Martha Graham

b)

Isadora Duncan

c)

Merce Cunningham

d)

Jose Limon

20.

A student choreographs a piece combining ballet, jazz, and modern styles, focusing on freedom and floor work. This dance is best classified as:

a)

Modern dance

b)

Contemporary dance

c)

Ballroom Standard

d)

Ballet

21.

You are asked to critique a classmate’s modern dance performance. You notice her torso movements show clear contraction and release. Which feedback is most appropriate?

a)

“Good job showing control of emotion through Graham technique.”

b)

“Your routine is very contemporary with improvisation.”

c)

“It looked like ballroom because of the frame.”

d)

“Your ballet posture was perfect.”

22.

In a ballroom activity, your partner keeps losing balance because of slouched posture. What suggestion can you give?

a)

Keep the chest lifted and shoulders relaxed

b)

Use contraction and release

c)

Add more improvisation

d)

Focus only on speed

23.

You see a routine where dancers suddenly fall to the floor and recover with strength. What principle of modern dance are they applying?

a)

Contraction and release

b)

Fall and recovery

c)

Spiral turns

d)

Floor rolls

24.

While watching a competition, you notice that couples dancing Tango move counter-clockwise around the floor in closed position. This shows they are performing:

a)

Standard ballroom dance

b)

Latin ballroom dance

c)

Contemporary dance

d)

Modern dance

25.

A choreographer designs a dance without a storyline, focusing only on pure movement and abstract patterns. Which choreographer’s style does this reflect?

a)

Martha Graham

b)

Merce Cunningham

c)

Isadora Duncan

d)

Doris Humphrey

26.

You observe two dancers performing Samba, full of rhythm and hip action. What makes it distinct from Standard ballroom?

a)

Performed barefoot

b)

Uses open positions and expressive hip movements

c)

Uses contraction of torso

d)

Travels counter-clockwise around the floor

27.

A classmate improvises movements freely on the floor, connecting them with fluid arm swings. Which dance style and characteristic is she demonstrating?

a)

Modern, grounded movement

b)

Contemporary, improvisation and floor work

c)

Ballet, strict posture

d)

Ballroom, partnership

28.

Your teacher asks you to choreograph an 8-count sequence showing rebellion against tradition. Which movement choice best represents this?

a)

Strict ballet turnout and pirouettes

b)

Free barefoot movement with natural flow

c)

Holding a fixed ballroom frame

d)

Following jazz tap rhythm

29.

In a peer evaluation, you are asked to judge which performance best represents contemporary dance. Which criteria should weigh the most?

a)

The dancer’s ability to show improvisation and fluid transitions

b)

Strict adherence to ballet techniques

c)

Competitive rules and closed hold

d)

Dramatic torso contractions only

30.

Your group is tasked to create a short ballroom piece showing the value of partnership. What should you focus on most in your choreography?

a)

Synchronization, respect, and cooperation between leader and follower

b)

Individual improvisation with floor work

c)

High leaps and contractions

d)

Dancing barefoot with natural gestures

31.

Your teacher asks you to practice “fall and recovery” during warm-up. What skill does this develop?

a)

Balance and control

b)

Rhythm and timing

c)

Partner cooperation

d)

Strict posture

32.

A performance features dancers moving barefoot, inspired by nature and ancient Greek statues. Whose style is reflected?

a)

Martha Graham

b)

Isadora Duncan

c)

Merce Cunningham

d)

Jose Limon

33.

A dancer demonstrates contraction and release of the torso. Whose technique is shown?

a)

Isadora Duncan

b)

Doris Humphrey

c)

Martha Graham

d)

Merce Cunningham

34.

In a contemporary routine, dancers emphasize fluid arm swings and floor rolls. This highlights which characteristic?

a)

Ballet discipline

b)

Contemporary dance basics

c)

Ballroom Standard

d)

Jazz rhythm

35.

A classmate says ballroom dancing began in royal courts before spreading to common people. Which statement is accurate?

a)

Originated in Europe’s royal courts, then spread

b)

Started in American streets as a sport

c)

Derived from ballet traditions

d)

Originated from modern dance

36.

Two students perform a Waltz in closed hold, moving smoothly around the floor. What category is this?

a)

Latin ballroom

b)

Standard ballroom

c)

Contemporary dance

d)

Modern dance

37.

Your PE teacher asks everyone to practice breathing and posture first. Why is this done?

a)

To burn calories

b)

To prepare and control the body

c)

To add creativity

d)

To copy ballet

38.

A duo presents Cha-Cha with expressive hip movements. What type of ballroom is this?

a)

Contemporary

b)

Modern

c)

Latin

d)

Standard

39.

In modern dance, why is it considered less rigid than ballet?

a)

It copies jazz steps

b)

It ignores human emotions

c)

It emphasizes natural expression and torso use

d)

It avoids all technique

40.

Which choreographer tossed coins to decide choreography order?

a)

Isadora Duncan

b)

Martha Graham

c)

Merce Cunningham

d)

Rudolf Laban

41.

A dancer shows high curve-hip thrust movements. This is part of which basics?

a)

Jazz basics

b)

Modern basics

c)

Contemporary basics

d)

Ballet basics

42.

A routine shows strong emotional storytelling using contraction of the torso. This demonstrates:

a)

Graham technique

b)

Chance method

c)

Latin ballroom frame

d)

Ballet turnout

43.

Your teacher reminds the class: “Lift your chest, straighten your back, and relax your shoulders.” This instruction focuses on:

a)

Frame

b)

Posture

c)

Rhythm

d)

Partnership

44.

In ballroom dancing, the leader guides while the follower responds. What value is most emphasized?

a)

Creativity

b)

Speed

c)

Trust and cooperation

d)

Flexibility

45.

Your friend says ballroom is both art and sport. What makes it a sport?

a)

Freedom of movement

b)

International rules and competition

c)

Inspiration from nature

d)

Emotional storytelling

46.

A classmate improvises with smooth floor rolls and fluid arm swings. Which dance is this?

a)

Ballroom Standard

b)

Contemporary dance

c)

Ballet

d)

Modern dance

47.

In a competition, dancers move Tango around the floor counter-clockwise in closed frame. Which ballroom type is this?

a)

Standard

b)

Latin

48.

Your teacher emphasizes that contemporary dance focuses on improvisation because it:

a)

Shows flexibility in costumes

b)

Encourages spontaneous expression

c)

Removes practice

d)

Copies traditional ballet

49.

You watch a barefoot dancer with free, flowing movements inspired by nature. Which pioneer’s philosophy is applied?

a)

Isadora Duncan

b)

Martha Graham

c)

Merce Cunningham

d)

Doris Humphrey

50.

Your partner slouches during a ballroom performance and loses balance. What advice should you give?

a)

Add contractions

b)

Lift chest and relax shoulders

c)

Use improvisation

d)

Focus on speed

51.

During a critique, you notice clear contraction and release in your classmate’s performance. Which feedback is best?

a)

“Good use of Graham’s expressive torso technique.”

b)

“Very contemporary with improvisation.”

c)

“Your ballroom frame is elegant.”

d)

“Great ballet turnout.”

52.

You observe dancers suddenly falling and recovering with strength. Which principle is applied?

a)

Spiral turns

b)

Fall and recovery

c)

Floor rolls

d)

Hip thrusts

53.

A choreographer removes storyline and focuses only on movement patterns. This resembles which choreographer’s philosophy?

a)

Martha Graham

b)

Merce Cunningham

c)

Isadora Duncan

d)

Rudolf Laban

54.

A group performs Samba with lively hip movements and open position. Why is this different from Standard ballroom?

a)

Performed barefoot

b)

Focuses on expressive hips, not travel

c)

Uses torso contractions

d)

Travels counter-clockwise

55.

A classmate choreographs a routine blending ballet, modern, and jazz, with strong floor work. This dance is best classified as:

a)

Modern

b)

Contemporary

c)

Ballroom Standard

d)

Ballet

56.

You watch dancers use improvisation on the floor with smooth transitions. Which style is being performed?

a)

Contemporary dance

b)

Modern dance

c)

Ballroom Latin

d)

Jazz dance

57.

A student highlights raw emotions in a dramatic piece with contractions of the torso. Which quality of modern dance is shown?

a)

Competitive rules

b)

Expressive storytelling

c)

Improvised floor work

d)

Pure rhythm

58.

Your teacher asks you to choreograph an 8-count piece showing rebellion against tradition. Which choice shows this?

a)

Pirouettes with strict turnout

b)

Barefoot natural flow

c)

Closed ballroom hold

d)

Jazz tap sequences

59.

In an evaluation, which is the best criterion to judge contemporary dance?

a)

Strict ballet adherence

b)

Fluid transitions and improvisation

c)

Dramatic torso contractions

d)

Competitive closed hold

60.

Your group creates a ballroom piece showing partnership. What should be highlighted?

a)

Synchronization and respect between leader and follower

b)

Solo floor improvisation

c)

Torso contractions

d)

Barefoot gestures

61.

A performance starts with dancers focusing on breathing and posture. What is the purpose?

a)

To burn calories

b)

To establish body control and readiness

c)

To look taller on stage

d)

To copy ballet

62.

A dancer contracts and releases her torso while telling a dramatic story. This shows:

a)

Cunningham’s chance method

b)

Graham technique

c)

Duncan’s natural flow

d)

Ballroom Latin

63.

A barefoot dancer uses natural movements inspired by Greek statues. Whose technique is shown?

a)

Martha Graham

b)

Merce Cunningham

c)

Isadora Duncan

d)

Rudolf Laban

64.

A group performs with fluid arm swings and floor rolls. Which style is this?

a)

Contemporary dance

b)

Modern dance

c)

Jazz dance

d)

Standard ballroom

65.

In ballroom, the follower responds as the leader guides. This emphasizes:

a)

Speed

b)

Trust and cooperation

c)

Athleticism

d)

Flexibility

66.

Your teacher says: “Straight back, chest up, shoulders relaxed.” This is a reminder about:

a)

Posture

b)

Frame

c)

Rhythm

d)

Energy

67.

A lively Rumba with expressive hip movements is presented. This belongs to:

a)

Contemporary

b)

Standard ballroom

c)

Latin ballroom

d)

Modern

68.

Ballroom dance was first a royal social activity before spreading to the public. This describes its:

a)

Origin

b)

Improvisation

c)

Modern influence

d)

Technique

69.

A dancer performs high curve-hip thrust movements. This is from:

a)

Ballet basics

b)

Modern basics

c)

Contemporary basics

d)

Jazz basics

70.

In a competition, couples move in closed frame around the floor counter-clockwise. This is:

a)

Standard ballroom

b)

Latin ballroom

c)

Jazz dance

d)

Modern dance

71.

A choreographer uses coin toss to decide choreography order. This is from:

a)

Martha Graham

b)

Isadora Duncan

c)

Merce Cunningham

d)

Doris Humphrey

72.

Why is modern dance considered less rigid than ballet?

a)

Because it avoids emotions

b)

Because it is improvised

c)

Because it emphasizes expression and torso use

d)

Because it copies jazz

73.

A performance highlights contraction and release, expressing emotion. This is a hallmark of:

a)

Graham technique

b)

Contemporary dance

c)

Latin ballroom

d)

Ballet

74.

Your classmate says ballroom is both art and sport. What supports it being a sport?

a)

Creativity

b)

International rules and competitions

c)

Barefoot natural movement

d)

Storytelling

75.

A duo performs a Waltz in closed hold. This is an example of:

a)

Latin

b)

Standard ballroom

c)

Contemporary

d)

Jazz

76.

A student improvises movements with smooth transitions on the floor. Which style is this?

a)

Modern dance

b)

Contemporary dance

c)

Ballroom

d)

Ballet

77.

A classmate is told to practice “fall and recovery.” This develops:

a)

Balance and control

b)

Endurance

c)

Partner rhythm

d)

Frame

78.

Improvisation in contemporary dance is important because it:

a)

Reduces practice time

b)

Encourages personal expression

c)

Copies jazz steps

d)

Focuses on strict rules

79.

You see dancers barefoot with flowing movements inspired by nature. Whose philosophy is applied?

a)

Isadora Duncan

b)

Martha Graham

c)

Merce Cunningham

d)

Jose Limon

80.

A ballroom dancer loses balance because of slouched posture. Best advice?

a)

Relax shoulders and lift chest

b)

Add torso contractions

c)

Use floor improvisation

d)

Move faster

81.

You observe a Samba full of hip action and open positions. How does it differ from Standard ballroom?

a)

Travels counter-clockwise

b)

Performed barefoot

c)

Focuses on expressive hips rather than frame

d)

Uses contractions

82.

While critiquing, you notice strong contractions and release in your peer’s performance. The best feedback is:

a)

“Nice use of Graham technique showing emotions.”

b)

“Your improvisation was very contemporary.”

c)

“The ballroom frame looked solid.”

d)

“Great ballet turnout.”

83.

You see dancers suddenly fall then recover strongly. Which principle is applied?

a)

Floor roll

b)

Fall and recovery

c)

Spiral turns

d)

Hip thrusts

84.

A choreographer removes storylines and focuses only on movement. This reflects:

a)

Isadora Duncan

b)

Martha Graham

c)

Merce Cunningham

d)

Doris Humphrey

85.

A classmate choreographs a piece combining modern, ballet, and jazz, with heavy floor work. Best classification?

a)

Modern dance

b)

Contemporary dance

c)

Standard ballroom

d)

Ballet

86.

In modern dance, a classmate highlights raw emotions through storytelling with contractions. Which quality is this?

a)

Storytelling through expressive movement

b)

Improvised floor work

c)

Competitive rules

d)

Pure rhythm

87.

You observe classmates using floor improvisation with smooth transitions. Which style and characteristic are they showing?

a)

Contemporary, improvisation and floor work

b)

Modern, grounded torso movement

c)

Ballet, strict frame

d)

Ballroom, partnership

88.

Asked to choreograph an 8-count routine showing rebellion, which movement best fits?

a)

Pirouettes with turnout

b)

Barefoot flowing steps

c)

Ballroom closed frame

d)

Jazz tapping

89.

In judging a performance, what is most important in contemporary dance?

a)

Improvisation and fluid transitions

b)

Strict ballet steps

c)

Competitive ballroom rules

d)

Dramatic torso contractions only

90.

Your group performs a ballroom piece about partnership. What should you highlight?

a)

Cooperation and synchronization of leader and follower

b)

Free improvisation alone

c)

Torso contractions

d)

Barefoot natural gestures