Rogelia Folk Dance Quiz & Flashcards

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Questions and Answers

Which movement best describes a transfer of weight with a spring, landing on the ball of one foot?

Jump

Gallop

Hop (correct)

Slide

What is the primary distinction between locomotor and non-locomotor movements?

Non-locomotor movements involve jumps and hops, while locomotor movements do not.

Non-locomotor movements occur in place, while locomotor movements require space. (correct)

Locomotor movements use weight transfer while non-locomotor do not.

Locomotor movements are faster than non-locomotor movements.

Which movement involves a quick close of one foot behind or beside the leading foot?

Jump

Slide

Run

Gallop (correct)

In what way does a leap differ from a jump?

A leap is executed with greater height or covers more distance. Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes movements performed in place, predominantly involving body part manipulations?

Non-locomotor movements Signup and view all the answers

What is a common feature of galloping as a locomotor movement?

One foot is always leading. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a jump from a leap in movement terms?

A jump typically travels a shorter distance than a leap. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the rhythm of a slide movement?

Consistent and slow Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an Occupational Dance?

Pagtatanim Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes War Dances in Philippine folk dance?

They represent imaginary combat. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of dance involves elements of humor and entertainment?

Comic Dances Signup and view all the answers

How are National Dances classified in the context of Philippine folk dance?

Based on a common basic movement with slight regional variations. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following dances is characterized as a Wedding Dance?

Pantomina Signup and view all the answers

In which category would you classify the dance 'Sinulog'?

Religious or Ceremonial Dance Signup and view all the answers

Identify the dance that is NOT categorized as a Festival Dance.

Yoga Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following dances is traditionally associated with the theme of courtship?

Hele-Hele Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Classification of Philippine Folk Dance

Geographical Locations

National Dances: Traditional dances found throughout the Philippines with slight regional variations. Examples include:
- Cariñosa
- Kuratsa
- Balitaw
- Rigodon Pandango Surtido
Local or Regional Dances: Specific to certain areas. Notable examples are:
- Alcamfor (Leyte)
- Maglalatik (San Pablo, Laguna)
- Basulto (Pampanga)

Nature of the Dance

Occupational Dances: Represents occupations and human labor phases. Common examples:
- Rice Festival — involves multiple dances
- Pagtatanim (planting)
- Paggapas (harvesting)
- Paggik (threshing)
- Paglulugas (washing)
- Paghangin (airing)
- Pagbabayo (pounding)
- Pabirik (gold panning)
- Mananguete (gathering tuba)
Religious or Ceremonial Dances: Linked to religious practices or ceremonies like:
- Obando
- Dugso
- Sinulog
Courtship Dances: Focus on love and romance, with examples such as:
- Rogelia
- Lulay
- Hele-Hele Bago Quiere
Wedding Dances: Celebrate marriage, performed by newlyweds and their families. Examples:
- Pantomina (bride and groom)
- Pandang-Pandang (friends and relatives)
- Soryano (parents visiting bride’s family)
Festival Dances: Celebrate feasts and harvests. Common examples include:
- Kuratsa
- La Jota
- Putong
War Dances: Portray imaginary combat, using props like bolo or spear. Examples:
- Inabaknon
- Sagayan
Comic Dances: Humorous movements intended primarily for entertainment, such as:
- Makonggo (simulating monkey movements)
- Kinoton (reflecting movements of someone bitten by ants)
Game Dances: Recreational dances that include play elements. Examples:
- Lubi-lubi
- Gayong-gayong
- Pabo
Social Dances: Performed at social gatherings, notable examples include:
- Rigodon
- Lanceros

Benefits of Dancing

Fitness: Promotes physical health through exercise and expression.
Joy and Satisfaction: Enhances physical well-being and mental joy of participants.
Grace and Coordination: Improves rhythmic responses and neuromuscular coordination.
Self-Expression: Develops poise, posture, and confidence.

Basic Movement Skills

Categories: Two main types—locomotor and non-locomotor movements.
- Locomotor Movements:
  - Include walking, running, jumping, leaping (even rhythmic), and galloping, sliding, skipping (uneven rhythmic).
- Non-Locomotor Movements:
  - Involve bending, stretching, swaying, swinging, clapping, shaking, pushing, pulling, falling, and rising.
Key Details:
- Walk: Shift weight from one foot to the other.
- Run: Faster tempo compared to walking, weight transferred similarly.
- Hop: Bounce on one foot, landing on the ball of the same foot.
- Jump: Spring on one or both feet, landing on both.
- Leap: Transfer weight from one foot to the other with springing motion for height/distance.
- Gallop: Step on one foot followed by a close step with the other; rhythmic pattern.
- Slide: Move slowly to one side, quickly shifting weight onto the other foot.

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Explore the rich diversity of Philippine folk dances through this quiz. Learn about national and regional dances, as well as those tied to occupations, religion, and courtship. Test your knowledge on the cultural significance and variations of these traditional dances across the Philippines.