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What is the main action involved in 'Brush'?
What is the main action involved in 'Brush'?
- To move the hand in a circular direction
- To turn using the ball of the foot
- To hit the floor with one foot and lift the other (correct)
- To spring from both feet landing on one
Which of the following best describes the 'Do-si-do' movement?
Which of the following best describes the 'Do-si-do' movement?
- Partners spring from one foot to another
- Partners advance, pass each other's side, and return (correct)
- Partners turn clockwise with arms crossed
- Partners bow to each other in sequence
In the context of dance, what does 'Cut' refer to?
In the context of dance, what does 'Cut' refer to?
- To displace one foot quickly with the other (correct)
- To place the foot in a specific position
- To glide smoothly along the floor
- To lean forward while crossing arms
Which action is performed during 'Hayon-hayon'?
Which action is performed during 'Hayon-hayon'?
What distinguishes a 'Jump' from a 'Hop'?
What distinguishes a 'Jump' from a 'Hop'?
Which of these movements requires partners to join hands?
Which of these movements requires partners to join hands?
What action does 'Slide' describe?
What action does 'Slide' describe?
What does 'Masiwak' involve?
What does 'Masiwak' involve?
Flashcards
Brush
Brush
A step where you lift one foot and hit the floor with the ball or heel of that foot, then lift it in any direction.
Crossed Arms
Crossed Arms
Partners face each other, join their left hands together and their right hands together, either right over left or left over right.
Do-si-do
Do-si-do
Partners advance, pass each other's right or left side, step across, and return to their positions.
Kumintang
Kumintang
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Hop
Hop
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Jump
Jump
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Jaleo
Jaleo
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Leap
Leap
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Study Notes
Basic Folk Dance Steps
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Arms in Lateral Position: Arms positioned at shoulder, chest, or waist level, either right or left side.
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Brush: One foot grounded, another foot hits floor with heel or ball, lifted in any direction.
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Crossed Arms: Partners join either left & left, or right & right hands, crossing arms.
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Cut: Quickly displace one foot with the other foot.
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Do-si-do: Partners advance, pass each other's sides, step over, and return to original positions.
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Hayon-hayon: One forearm in front, other at back of waist.
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Hop: Spring from one foot, returning to same foot.
Folk Dance Steps (Cont.)
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Jaleo: Partners turn clockwise (right elbows) or counterclockwise (left elbows) with dance steps.
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Jump: Spring from one or both feet, landing on both feet.
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Kumintang: Moving hands clockwise or counterclockwise from the wrist.
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Leap: Spring from one foot, landing on the other foot.
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Place: Putting a foot in position without weight transfer.
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Pivot: Turn using ball, heel, or whole foot on a fixed point.
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Point: Lightly touching the floor with the toes of one foot while weight is on the other.
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Masiwak: Turning the hand halfway clockwise, raising and lowering wrist once or twice.
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Salok: Swinging arm front downward-upward, scooping motion, bending the trunk.
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Saludo: Partners bow to each other, audience, or neighbours with feet together (Spanish origin).
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Sarok: Crossing the right foot in front of the left, body bending forward, hands crossing (Visayan).
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Slide: Smoothly gliding a foot along the floor.
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Stamp: Forcibly placing a foot on the floor, making noise.
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Explore the essential steps of folk dance with this quiz that covers various techniques such as the do-si-do and jaleo. Learn how to position your arms, execute jumps, hops, and other movements effectively. Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike!
