Folk Dance Characteristics: Origins, Styles, and Types Quiz and Flashcards

What is the main characteristic of folk dances according to the text?

Which term best describes folk dances that are occasionally spoken of as folk games?

What does a folk dance represent?

What makes folk dances appealing according to the text?

In what way are folk dances passed down from generation to generation?

What is the purpose of teaching folk dances according to the text?

What has contributed to the dazzling diversity of dances in the Philippines?

How are Philippine folk dances described in terms of their connection to Filipino culture?

In what way do Philippine folk dances reflect daily life in centuries past?

What role do Filipino folk dances play in building national Filipino identity?

What aspect of Philippine folk dances is emphasized as revealing the unique Filipino culture?

How do the diverse folk dances in the Philippines contribute to the cultural landscape?

Folk Dance

Considered the oldest form of dance and earliest form of communication
A traditional dance of a given country that evolved naturally and spontaneously with everyday activities and experiences of the people
Regarded as the heartbeat of the people, traditional social expression of ideals, mores, feelings, and thought of a people or group of people through body movements, and an outburst of the people's feelings

Characteristics of Folk Dance

Has more or less fixed movement in their pattern, but may differ in various areas or provinces
Simple movements, compelling rhythm, and vigorous action make folk dances appealing
Sociability inherent in their organization and realization that mastery of high technical skills is not needed to enjoy the activity thoroughly

Folk Dance in the Philippines

As diverse as the culture intermingling in the archipelago
Encompasses all dance forms used by Filipinos through the centuries to express themselves
Dazzling diversity of dances in different forms and dynamics grew out of the times, situations, and experiences of the people and exposure to varied cultures and traditions introduced by colonial rule

Importance of Folk Dance in the Philippines

Deeply rooted in Philippine culture and a beautiful part of national and cultural heritage
Should be made an important part of every Filipino child's school experience
Reflects daily life in past centuries while enchanting modern audiences
Colorful, beautiful, and vibrant, revealing the unique Filipino culture and important in building a national Filipino identity
Unifies and makes Filipinos proud of their cultural heritage

Explore the origins and characteristics of folk dance, considered the oldest form of dance and an early form of communication. Learn about how folk dances are a traditional social expression of ideals, mores, feelings, and thoughts of a group of people through body movements.