Dance Terminologies Quiz

Abrasete - Girl at the right side, holds R arm of partner with her L hand, free hands down at the sides.This term is of Spanish origin and is used in Rigodon and in other dances. ____________ in Lateral Position - Both arms are at one side, either sideward right or left.This may be done at shoulder, chest, or waist level.

Arms in Lateral Position - Both arms are at one side, either sideward right or left.This may be done at shoulder, chest, or waist level. Arms in Reverse "T" - Arms are side horizontal, elbows bent at right angles, forearms parallel to head, palms forward or facing inward, fists loosely closed."__________" - To turn palms of hands up and down alternately, hands at waist level in front, elbows close to waist.

Brush - Weight on one foot, hit the floor with the heel of the other foot (the free foot) after which that foot is lifted from the floor to any direction."__________" - When dancers are in square formation, the couples occupying the width of the hall are called "cabeceras" or head couples.This is of Spanish origin.

Clockwise - Like the motion of the hands of a clock.R shoulder is toward the center of an imaginary circle.When facing center, the movement is toward the left. ____________ The reverse direction of clockwise.L shoulder is toward the center of an imaginary circle.When facing center, the movement is toward the right. 9."Costados"

"______" When dancers are in square formation, the couples occupying the length of the hall are called "costados" or side pairs.This is of Spanish origin. Crossed Arms - Partners are facing each other or standing side by side, girl at the right of boy.