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Which of the following hip-hop dance styles originated in the early 1970s?
Which of the following hip-hop dance styles originated in the early 1970s?
- Popping
- Locking
- B-boying (correct)
- Krumping
What is a common characteristic of the "Popping" hip-hop dance style?
What is a common characteristic of the "Popping" hip-hop dance style?
- Distinctive stops and holds in movement
- Sudden, explosive movements followed by relaxation (correct)
- None of these
- Fast heel and toe action
- Powerful and expressive movements
Which hip-hop dance style is known for using fast heel and toe movements?
Which hip-hop dance style is known for using fast heel and toe movements?
- Popping
- Locking
- B-boying
- Shuffling (correct)
What is a common misconception about the Krumping dance style?
What is a common misconception about the Krumping dance style?
Which of the following elements are part of hip-hop culture? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following elements are part of hip-hop culture? (Select all that apply)
Flashcards
Hip-hop Dance
Hip-hop Dance
A form of street dance that emerged in the 1970s in New York City.
B-boying
B-boying
Also known as breakdancing, it's the first hip-hop dance style from Black and Puerto Rican youths in NYC.
Popping
Popping
A dance style that creates jerking movements by contracting and relaxing muscles.
Locking
Locking
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Krumping
Krumping
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Study Notes
Hip-Hop Dance Overview
- Hip-hop dance, also called street dance, originated in the Bronx, NYC, in the 1970s.
- It's associated with hip-hop music and culture, including DJing, rapping, breakdancing, and graffiti art.
- Performers include African Americans and Latin Americans.
- Diverse styles exist, including B-boying, Popping, Locking, Krumping, and Shuffling.
B-Boying/Breakdancing
- A foundational hip-hop dance style, emerging in early 1970s NYC among Black and Puerto Rican youth.
- Also known as breakdancing.
Popping
- Involves jerking movements, caused by contracting and rapidly relaxing muscles to create a popping effect.
- Parts of the body are forcefully extended and retracted, giving a unique 'explosion' feel.
Locking
- Characterized by sharp, abrupt stops and holds in movement.
- Dancers halt a sequence, maintain a pose, and then resume at the same momentum.
Krumping
- A soulful, improvisational style.
- Often misunderstood as aggressive, it involves powerful jabs, arm swings, chest pops, and stomps.
Shuffling
- Defined by quick heel-and-toe movements.
- Typically performed to electronic music; some versions incorporate arm movements.
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Description
Explore the vibrant world of hip-hop dance, its origins in the Bronx during the 1970s, and its connection to hip-hop culture. Learn about various styles including B-boying, Popping, Locking, and Krumping, each with unique characteristics and histories. This quiz will enhance your knowledge of a dynamic and expressive dance form.
