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What is the flying trapeze?
What is the flying trapeze?
- A type of juggling act involving multiple trapezes
- A type of acrobatic act performed on a stationary trapeze
- A type of tightrope walking act
- A specific form of the trapeze where a performer jumps from a platform with the trapeze so that gravity makes the trapeze swing (correct)
Who invented the flying trapeze?
Who invented the flying trapeze?
- The Flying Farfans
- Cirque Du Soleil
- Jules Léotard (correct)
- Cirque Napoleon
What is the traditional flier's costume called and why?
What is the traditional flier's costume called and why?
- Unitard, because it covers the whole body
- Leotard, named after Jules Léotard (correct)
- Bodysuit, because it is a one-piece garment
- Tights, because they are tight-fitting
What is a 'return' in a flying trapeze act?
What is a 'return' in a flying trapeze act?
What is the purpose of a safety harness in a flying trapeze act?
What is the purpose of a safety harness in a flying trapeze act?
What happens once a flyer has mastered a particular trick in a flying trapeze act?
What happens once a flyer has mastered a particular trick in a flying trapeze act?
What is the standard height for a flying trapeze act above the ground?
What is the standard height for a flying trapeze act above the ground?
What is the purpose of a net in a flying trapeze act?
What is the purpose of a net in a flying trapeze act?
What are some innovative styles of flying trapeze that have been performed in circuses?
What are some innovative styles of flying trapeze that have been performed in circuses?
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Flying Trapeze
Flying Trapeze
A trapeze act where a performer jumps from a platform, using gravity to swing on the trapeze.
Who invented the flying trapeze?
Who invented the flying trapeze?
Jules Léotard invented the flying trapeze.
Traditional Flier's Costume
Traditional Flier's Costume
Leotard, named after Jules Léotard, inventor of the flying trapeze
Flying Trapeze 'Return'
Flying Trapeze 'Return'
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Safety Harness
Safety Harness
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What happens after mastering a trick?
What happens after mastering a trick?
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Standard Flying Trapeze Height
Standard Flying Trapeze Height
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Purpose of a Net
Purpose of a Net
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Innovative Flying Trapeze Styles
Innovative Flying Trapeze Styles
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