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Cheer Dance Jumps Quiz
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Cheer Dance Jumps Quiz

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In cheerleading, which jump involves swinging the arms in a high 'V' figure and spreading the legs apart with knees facing forward but not toward the sky?

  • Toe touch
  • Spread eagle (correct)
  • Pike
  • Tuck jump
  • What is the defining characteristic of a toe touch jump in cheerleading?

  • Legs straight and parallel to the ground (correct)
  • Arms reaching forward
  • Legs tucked to the chest
  • Knees facing forward
  • Which type of stunt in cheerleading involves the base lifting the flyer, usually a female, above their head and then catching them?

  • Thigh stand
  • Prep
  • Shoulder sit
  • Basket toss (correct)
  • What is the position of the legs in a pike jump in cheerleading?

    <p>Straight and parallel to the ground</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of yells/chants in cheerleading?

    <p>To express pride and confidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concern when performing tumble skills in cheer dance?

    <p>Avoiding injury from gravity-defying and intense ground impact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of skills involve completing a tumble from a running start?

    <p>Running skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most important factor to be considered in creating a precise and entertaining cheer routine?

    <p>Maintaining synchronization with other dancers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are cheer motions primarily made up of?

    <p>Body position, arm, and hand movements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of dance can be applicable in creating a cheer routine according to the text?

    <p>Hip-hop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Cheerleading Jumps

    • The jump that involves swinging the arms in a high 'V' figure and spreading the legs apart with knees facing forward but not toward the sky is called a Hurdler jump.
    • The defining characteristic of a Toe Touch jump is that the legs are brought up to the hands, with the knees bent and the feet flexed.
    • In a Pike jump, the legs are straight and together, with the toes pointed.

    Cheerleading Stunts

    • A Liberty stunt involves the base lifting the flyer, usually a female, above their head and then catching them.

    Cheerleading Routine

    • The primary purpose of Yells/Chants is to engage the audience and promote team spirit.
    • When performing Tumble skills in cheer dance, the primary concern is safety.
    • Running Tumble skills involve completing a tumble from a running start.
    • The most important factor to be considered in creating a precise and entertaining cheer routine is Timing.

    Cheerleading Motions

    • Cheer motions are primarily made up of Arms and Hands movements.

    Cheerleading Dance

    • Jazz dance can be applicable in creating a cheer routine.

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    Test your knowledge of cheer dance jumps with this quiz! Learn about different types of jumps, including X jump, spread eagle, tuck jump, and toe touch. Challenge yourself to identify and understand the correct techniques for each jump.

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