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What was the primary difference between Cha-Cha and Mambo?
What was the primary difference between Cha-Cha and Mambo?
- Mambo had more small, quick steps than Cha-Cha.
- Cha-Cha focused on a progressive style unlike Mambo.
- Mambo emphasized Cuban motion while Cha-Cha did not.
- Cha-Cha introduced a triple step replacing the slow step in Mambo. (correct)
Why is Cha-Cha known for its playful and cheeky style?
Why is Cha-Cha known for its playful and cheeky style?
- Due to its nonprogressive nature and focus on Cuban motion.
- As it has small, quick steps and distinct chasses.
- Because it emphasizes a staccato rhythm, especially on count 1.
- Because it mimics the sound of dancers' shoes shuffling during the basic step. (correct)
Which dance did Cha-Cha inherit most of its characteristics from?
Which dance did Cha-Cha inherit most of its characteristics from?
- Merengue
- Rumba (correct)
- Danzon
- Samba
What is the significance of the name 'Cha-Cha' in Spanish?
What is the significance of the name 'Cha-Cha' in Spanish?
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In what time signature is the Cha-Cha typically danced?
In what time signature is the Cha-Cha typically danced?
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What two dances were combined to create the cha-cha dance?
What two dances were combined to create the cha-cha dance?
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Who noticed the difficulty dancers had with the danzon-mambo rhythm, leading to the creation of the cha-cha?
Who noticed the difficulty dancers had with the danzon-mambo rhythm, leading to the creation of the cha-cha?
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Which country did the Cha-Cha dance originate from?
Which country did the Cha-Cha dance originate from?
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What is one of the characteristics of the Cha-Cha dance mentioned in the text?
What is one of the characteristics of the Cha-Cha dance mentioned in the text?
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How did American musicians visiting Cuba contribute to the development of the Cha-Cha dance?
How did American musicians visiting Cuba contribute to the development of the Cha-Cha dance?
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