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Rossy's Dance Vocabulary Quizs

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Grande Battement

a)

A small lifting motion of the leg

b)

A large kicking or beating motion of the leg in which one leg is lifted to the front, side, or back and then lowered.

c)

A quick step to the side

d)

A graceful arm movement in dance

2.

Kinesphere

a)

The available space within reach in your personal circle of space where you dance, turn, or reach.

b)

A type of dance that involves large movements and jumps.

c)

A term used to describe the emotional expression in dance.

d)

The study of body movements in relation to space.

3.

Alignment

a)

The proper positioning or adjustment of the spine in relation to an imaginary central line from the head to the feet.

b)

A technique used to improve flexibility and strength in the body.

c)

The process of aligning one's thoughts and actions with personal values.

d)

A method of measuring the distance between two points.

4.

tendu

a)

stretched

b)

bent

c)

folded

d)

compressed

5.

pirouette

a)

a tight 360 spin on one leg with the other leg in passé

b)

a jump from one leg to the other

c)

a sideways leap with both legs extended

d)

a spin with both legs in the air

6.

belly breathing

a)

a mindfulness breathing practice designed to quiet your mind, to calm the body and to increase the flow of lymph for a better immune system

b)

a technique used to increase lung capacity and improve athletic performance

c)

a method of breathing that focuses on rapid inhalation and exhalation

d)

a practice that involves holding your breath to build endurance

7.

Dynamic

a)

Performance characterized by powerful energy, confidence, drive, focus, and attention to technique.

b)

A state of being calm and relaxed without any energy.

c)

An approach that emphasizes slow and deliberate movements.

d)

A performance style that lacks energy and enthusiasm.

8.

degagé

a)

to disengage/the foot comes slightly off the floor

b)

to engage the foot fully on the floor

c)

to lift the foot high above the ground

d)

to slide the foot along the floor

9.

rond de jambe

a)

a circle of the leg

b)

a type of dance move

c)

a leg stretching exercise

d)

a ballet position

10.

Developpé

a)

A type of dance move involving a jump

b)

An unfolding of the leg from passé position

c)

A position where the dancer stands on one leg

d)

A spin performed on the toes

11.

Cinquain

a)

A three-line poetry form with a 3, 5, 3 syllable pattern.

b)

A five-line poetry form that uses a 2, 4, 6, 8, 2 syllable pattern.

c)

A four-line poetry form that follows an ABAB rhyme scheme.

d)

A six-line poetry form that uses a 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 syllable pattern.

12.

spiral

a)

Twisting the spine is used to wring or move the lymphatic fluid.

b)

A technique used to enhance flexibility in the limbs.

c)

A method for improving cardiovascular endurance.

d)

A form of meditation for mental clarity.

13.

Plié

a)

A bending of the knees by a dancer with the back in alignment.

b)

A type of jump performed by dancers.

c)

A position where the dancer stands on one leg.

d)

A movement where the dancer spins in place.

14.

Port de Bras

a)

The movement or carriage of the arms.

b)

A type of dance position.

c)

A specific ballet step involving the legs.

d)

A term for a dance performance.

15.

tendu en croix

a)

tendu in the shape of a cross

b)

tendu in a circular shape

c)

tendu in a straight line

d)

tendu in a zigzag pattern

16.

Parallel Position

a)

A stance in which the feet are parallel to each other.

b)

A stance where one foot is in front of the other.

c)

A stance with feet wide apart.

d)

A stance with feet crossed over each other.

17.

Pivot

a)

After walking 4 strides, we turn or rotate to face the opposite direction.

b)

We take a step back and then move forward again.

c)

We jump in place and then change direction.

d)

We walk in a circle without changing our position.

18.

2nd Position Turned Out

a)

A position in dance where the feet are set apart and turned out from the hips.

b)

A position in dance where the feet are together and turned inwards.

c)

A position in dance where one foot is in front of the other and turned sideways.

d)

A position in dance where the feet are crossed over each other.

19.

Focus

a)

The center of interest where the dancer places their eyes to enhance or highlight the movements.

b)

A type of dance move that requires precision and control.

c)

A term used to describe the speed of a dance performance.

d)

The overall theme or concept of a dance routine.

20.

Centerwork

a)

Exercises or movement patterns performed in the center of the room.

b)

A type of dance performed on stage.

c)

Warm-up exercises done at the beginning of a class.

d)

A form of stretching done at the end of a session.