Dance Formations and Positions Quiz

Dance Formations

• Involves multiple couples forming specific arrangements, such as two facing lines or circles.
• Couples perform a series of dance figures that rely on the established formation.

Fundamental Positions of the Arms and Feet

First Position

• Arms: Rounded shape, raised in front of the waist; palms face inward; relaxed wrists.
• Feet: Heels together with feet turned out at a 45-degree angle.

Second Position

• Arms: Open to the sides, rounded, palms facing each other.
• Feet: Stride stance with feet approximately six inches apart.

Third Position

• Arms: One arm raised overhead while the opposite arm is in second position (side).
• Feet: Heel of one foot touches the instep of the other foot.

Fourth Position

• Arms: One arm raised overhead (in fifth position) and the other in first position.
• Feet: Transition from third position; front foot slides diagonally forward to form a stride stance.

Fifth Position

• Arms: Both arms raised overhead, rounded shape; palms facing inward and downward.
• Feet: Heel of one foot touches the big toe of the opposite foot.

Test your knowledge on dance formations and fundamental positions of the arms and feet. This quiz covers various couple arrangements and the key positions necessary for proper dance technique. Enhance your understanding of dance fundamentals through targeted questions.