Questions and Answers
Which of the following best describes 'suspended' movements?
Collapsing movements are always abrupt and cannot be slow.
False
What is the term for the area that performers occupy and move in dance?
Space
The body can be molded in various ways, such as _____, angular, or a combination of both.
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Which type of movement allows dancers to improvise spontaneously?
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Match the type of movement with its description:
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Directional movement in dance can only be forward or backward.
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Folk dances represent the traditional recreational dance of an _____ society.
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What term describes the traditional social expression through movements with rhythmic accompaniment?
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Francisca Reyes-Aquino was born on March 9, 1899.
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In which province in the Philippines was Francisca Reyes-Aquino born?
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Francisca began her search for folk dances to use in classes while a ____ in Physical Education.
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Which quality of dance energy is characterized by smooth and continuous movement?
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The energy of dance can minimize the monotony of movements.
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What is the keyword associated with the element of time in dance?
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Match the following dance energy qualities with their descriptions:
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Study Notes
Elements of Dance
- Swinging: Movements create curves in space; energy is released with gravity on the downward motion and applied upward on ascent.
- Suspended: Movements appear to hang in space, such as holding a raised leg in any direction.
- Collapsing: Movements involve a gradual or abrupt release into gravity, resembling a melting action, either slow or sudden.
- Body (Bodily Shapes): The body can adopt various shapes - rounded, angular, wide, narrow, high, or low - can be symmetrical or asymmetrical.
- Action: Dancers engage in choreographed movements or improvisation; movements can travel (locomotor) or stay in place (axial).
Space
- Direction: Dance movements can travel in multiple directions (forward, backward, diagonal, circular) while performers may face any direction.
- Size: Movements may vary in scale, emphasizing larger or smaller actions.
- Level: Dance can occur at high, medium, or low levels in space.
- Focus: Dancers can change their focus by shifting their gaze throughout the performance.
Time
- Rhythmic nature of human movement, alternating activity with rest; examples include breath and natural waves, though not always metered.
Energy
- Energy propels movements, minimizing monotony; there are different energy qualities:
- Sustained: Smooth and continuous movements with fluidity.
- Percussive: Sharp and explosive movements contrasting sustained energy.
Introduction to Folk Dances
- Defined as traditional dances that represent the cultural characteristics of specific communities at specific times.
- Characterized by social expression through rhythmic movements accompanied by music.
Notable Figure: Francisca Reyes-Aquino
- Born on March 9, 1899, in Bulacan, Philippines; known as the "Mother of Philippine Dancing".
- Pioneered the search and collection of folk dances for educational purposes from 1921 to 1923.
- Obtained her High School Teacher's Certificate in 1923 and Bachelor of Science in Education in 1924 from the University of the Philippines.
- Collected folk dances and cultural materials in rural areas of Luzon and gathered for her master's thesis in 1926, recognizing the potential loss of dances due to Western influence.
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Explore the foundational concepts and vocabulary of dance through this quiz. Understand the different elements crucial for developing movement skills and appreciating dance as an artistic practice. Perfect for students beginning their journey in dance.
