Ballroom Dancing Styles and Techniques
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What is the objective of the foxtrot dance?

  • To create a sensual atmosphere
  • To perform intricate footwork
  • To maintain a stationary position
  • To travel smoothly around the dance floor (correct)

Which of the following dances is known as the 'backbone dance' of the ballroom?

  • Viennese waltz
  • Foxtrot
  • Tango
  • Waltz (correct)

Which category of ballroom dances includes the waltz and the tango?

  • Latin dances
  • Folk dance
  • Standard dances (correct)
  • International Standard

What type of music is typically associated with Latin dances in ballroom dancing?

<p>Latin American music (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In partner dance competition jargon, what does Latin dance refer to?

<p>Types of ballroom dance from Latin America (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which dance is considered the sexiest of the ballroom dances?

<p>Rumba (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is another term for some of the same ballroom, or partner, dancing mentioned in the text?

<p>Social dances (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the origin of the Jive dance?

<p>The US (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'contemporary dance' refer to?

<p>Dances performed to contemporary music (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does lyrical dance emphasize?

<p>Smooth, fluid movement and expression of emotions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of Quickstep dance?

<p>Light-hearted and fast movements with syncopations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the word 'Tango' according to the text?

<p>'To touch' in African languages (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some benefits of dance and creative movements mentioned in the text?

<p>Improves self-esteem and body image (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

"Viennese Waltz" is described as a genre of which type of dance?

<p>Ballroom dance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which dance is considered the dance of celebration and joy in Brazil?

<p>Samba (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is paso doble like, according to the text?

<p>Lively and dramatic with long full steps and forceful movements (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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