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What are the three main types of dances mentioned?
Highlife is an example of Social Music and Dance.
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What is the benefit of recreation and dance mentioned in the content that reduces tension and pain?
Reduces tension and pain
Folk dance is also called ______________ dance.
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Which of the following is NOT an example of a Folk Dance?
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Match the following dance types with their descriptions:
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Leg work is an example of a Folk Dance.
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What is the main purpose of Social Dance?
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Study Notes
Types of Dance
- Folk/Traditional Dance: traditional dance of a tribe or community that involves movement to the rhythm of local musical instruments
- Modern/Foreign Dance: 21st century dance that involves controlled body movement to non-local musical instruments
- Social Dance: dance with social functions for socializing, entertainment, and sometimes ceremonial or competitive purposes, can involve folk and modern steps
Folk Dance
- Definition: traditional dance of a tribe or community that involves body movement to the rhythm of local musical instruments
- Examples: Atilogwu, Bata, Sharo, Swange, Egungun, Amuamua, Ohafia, Apepe, Langa, Kokoma, Ijala, Sango
- Musical instruments used: Udu, Ogene/Agogo, Sekere, Goje, Gangan, Ekwe, etc.
Modern/Foreign Dance
- Definition: 21st century dance that involves controlled body movement to non-local musical instruments
- Examples: Leg work, Gbese, Alingo, Azonto, Skelewu, Ballet, etc.
Social Dance
- Definition: dance with social functions for socializing, entertainment, and sometimes ceremonial or competitive purposes
- Examples: Ballroom dance, Reggae, Fuji, Juju, Apala, Highlife, Pop, Jazz, Classical, Disco
Benefits of Recreation and Dance
- Creates room for fun and enjoyment
- Fosters creativity and self-expression
- Reduces tension and pain
- Helps to acquire skills
- Refreshes the body and mind, etc.
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Description
This quiz covers the different types of dance, including folk dance, and the instruments used to produce the rhythm.
